When I first started running I started running in the dark. People wouldn’t be able to see me, I could hide in the dark nights, my red face would be hidden, I could be anonymous. I was feeling like a large lady & I didn’t want people to see me struggling away through my run.
Perhaps I was worried about the, oh so common, line what will people think. I know that it’s one I explore with people regular in terms of all sorts of things. It’s one I have totally come to peace with, both through this process and because people now just think I’m crazy & I’m cool with that!
Let’s dive into it….
➡️ I’m Worried About What Other People Will Think ⬅️
This is a common one, worried about the opinions of others, worried of being judged/criticised, worried that people will create a view on you or what you do.
My first question is WHO?? Who are “people”? Name them! You’re worried about what WHO will think?
Often the reaction is a resigned shrug, and a “you know, people.” Who?
Here’s the thing, it’s often a blanket statement that’s taken root. There’s no real interpretation of who these “people” are and whether or not their opinions are important to you.
So, if you self talk is telling you that you should do something because “eeee what will people think” then dissect it ~
- Which particular people are we worried about here?
- Is there opinion important to me?
- Are they even micro focusing on what I do anyway?
- Will they even know?
Chances are there’s no foundation for the worry at all.
