Hiding in Plain Sight: Overcoming the Fear of Being Seen

Ever feel like you're showing up in your life... but not really? Like you're checking all the boxes but keeping your real self hidden just under the surface?

In this episode of The Air is Free, Sue and Frida get vulnerable about the fear of being seen, and what it really means to stop hiding in plain sight. They explore why so many of us—especially women—struggle to show up fully, how masks and facades keep us stuck, and what it actually takes to start living in alignment with who we truly are.

With the wisdom of horses, body-based tools, and relatable personal stories, this episode is a raw and empowering reminder that showing up as your full self isn’t weakness—it’s the beginning of real freedom.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why “hiding in plain sight” is exhausting (and how to stop)

• What incongruence is and why horses can spot it a mile away

• How identity shifts after 40 can spark both fear and freedom

• Practical ways to step into visibility—without burning out

Sound Bites

"Why don't you just cheer me on?"

"They may get left behind."

"What if she doesn't wanna be friends with me anymore?"

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of Facades on Authenticity

03:35 Identity and Self-Discovery

08:39 The Role of Horses in Coaching

13:35 Translating Arena Lessons to Real Life

18:25 Taking Up Space and Being Seen

23:39 Practical Steps for Authenticity

This is your permission to take up space, speak your truth, and be unapologetically you.

🎧 Hosts: Sue Willoughby & Frida Karsberg🐴 Bonus: What horses can teach us about congruence, energy, and fearless authenticity

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