Embodied Writing Warrior: Food Freedom, Creativity & Spiritual Reclamation

182. Self-Sabotage Isn’t the Problem - Fear of Judgment Is

Kayla MacDonald

You know the cycle: you set the goal, make the plan, feel the fire… and then somehow you’re knee-deep in popcorn, procrastination, or people-pleasing. Sound familiar?

In this episode, I’m getting honest about what’s really behind your self-sabotage — and surprise: it’s not laziness or lack of discipline.
It’s fear of judgment. Fear of being seen. Fear of being too much or not enough.

I share how this fear used to run my life (including the moment I almost quit my podcast), and what I’m doing now to break free. If you’ve ever held back your truth, shrunk yourself for safety, or abandoned your magic because you were afraid of what “they” might think… this one’s for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • The root of sabotage cycles no one talks about
  • Why radical self-expression feels terrifying (and why it’s worth it)
  • How to stay visible even when it’s crickets out there

This isn’t just mindset work — it’s a reclamation.