As a spiritual entrepreneur, you have a unique gift to share with the world. Your intuition, your healing or creative abilities, your transformative insights – they’re all part of your genius. But for some reason, you’re not actively sharing your gifts with the world, are you?
Well, you’re not the only one. Practically ALL the spiritual entrepreneurs I speak with unconsciously hide their true brilliance. We tend to keep our unique processes, leading-edge ideas, and amazing breakthroughs largely to ourselves.
It’s not always obvious that you are hiding.
You might find yourself constantly procrastinating on launching that new program or updating your website. (Yikes! I actually have been doing that all summer!)
Perhaps you’ve convinced yourself that you “hate” marketing, so you avoid it altogether.
Or maybe you have unchecked beliefs such as “I’m not tech-savvy enough,” “The market is too saturated,” or “I’ll start when I feel more ready.” These are all sneaky ways your subconscious might be keeping you safely hidden.
I’ve noticed this pattern time and time again, and I’ve identified 10 common reasons why you might be hiding your spiritual genius. These are the invisible barriers that keep you from fully expressing your gifts and reaching those who need you most.
Do you relate to any of these reasons to hide? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Just reply to this message and let me know what resonates with you.
1) Fear of persecution or ridicule (Persecution Complex):
You’re afraid that if you fully express your unique gifts, you’ll be attacked or mocked. Sometimes you feel like you’re carrying the weight of ancestral memories – witch hunts, religious persecution, or societal rejection of spiritual practices. Even though you know times have changed, you can’t shake this feeling that you need to look over your shoulder, always on guard against potential criticism or attack. (Almost all the women I speak with relate to the women killed as witches in the 1600s and it impacts their daily lives.)
2) Imposter syndrome and ‘comparisonitus’:
Despite all your knowledge, skills, and experiences, you can’t shake this feeling that you’re somehow a fraud. You constantly doubt the legitimacy of your intuitive gifts and question whether you’ve truly mastered your craft. You find yourself comparing your abilities or achievements to others in your field. And you always feel like you fall short. This one is devastating. Iyanla Vanzant says “Comparing yourself to others is the ultimate violence against yourself.”
3) Fear of rejection or criticism from peers or potential clients:
The thought of putting yourself out there only to be met with disapproval or dismissal terrifies you. You know you’re dealing with vulnerable, personal aspects of people’s lives, which makes the stakes feel even higher. You worry that your unique approach or perspective will be rejected, so you find yourself watering down your message or hiding your true gifts just to avoid potential criticisms.
4) Concern about being seen as “too woo-woo” or not grounded:
You’re constantly torn between fully embracing your spiritual gifts and trying to appear more ‘professional’ or mainstream. You worry that people will see you as flaky, unrealistic, or lacking credibility if you fully express your spiritual side. This internal conflict often prevents you from fully sharing your unique spiritual perspective and talents. (This is what happened to me when I learned how to use Law of Attraction. I kept it to myself for 8 years before finally sharing it with the world.)
5) Past trauma related to sharing your gifts or standing out:
You’ve had some really negative experiences in the past when you revealed your gifts or tried to stand out. As a child, you were often ridiculed for your sensitivity and intuition. Or perhaps as an adult you faced professional setbacks when you tried to introduce spiritual concepts in more traditional settings. These past hurts have created a barrier that you struggle to overcome, even now.
6) Fear of success and the responsibilities that come with it:
As much as you want to succeed, the prospect of having a larger platform, more clients, or greater influence feels overwhelming. You worry about maintaining your integrity, balancing your energy, and handling increased demands on your time and resources. Sometimes you catch yourself subconsciously sabotaging your own growth or shying away from opportunities to showcase your talents.
7) Belief that your gifts are not unique or valuable enough:
In this crowded spiritual marketplace, you often feel like your offerings aren’t special enough to stand out. You find yourself thinking, ‘Everything’s been done before,’ or ‘There are already so many experts in this field.’ It’s hard for you to see the value in your unique perspective and the specific combination of gifts, experiences, and insights that only you can offer.
8) Worry about being misunderstood or misinterpreted:
The spiritual concepts and experiences you work with are so complex and deeply personal, often defying easy explanation. You’re constantly afraid that your message will be misunderstood, taken out of context, or twisted into something you never intended. You find yourself over-explaining, hedging your statements, or simply holding back from sharing your deepest insights and most powerful techniques.
9) Fear of outshining others or making them feel uncomfortable:
As an empath and highly sensitive person, you’re acutely aware of others’ feelings. You often find yourself dimming your own light in an attempt to make others comfortable or to avoid making anyone feel inadequate. You remember being told you were ‘too much’ as a child, and now you have this deep-seated desire to uplift others rather than potentially overshadow them.
10) Anxiety about the visibility and exposure that comes with sharing your genius:
The level of visibility required to fully step into the spotlight and share your gifts feels incredibly uncomfortable. You worry about losing your privacy, the pressure of maintaining a public image, and the energy drain of being ‘on’ all the time. You find yourself hiding behind your brand or business, rather than fully embodying and expressing your unique genius.
So, now that you know WHY you’re hiding, WHAT can you do about it?
One thing that I’ve noticed is that joining a community of folks who are facing the same challenges and finding a mentor who can REALLY help to bust these limiting beliefs is essential to moving from invisible to going out there and transforming the lives of the people you were born to serve.
Additionally, it’s important to regularly remove yourself from the outside noise and tap within to your Soul’s wisdom to determine your path forward. Plus, identifying a few practical steps you can take on a regular basis to become more visible will help you to ignore all the ‘shiny objects’ that get in the way of your success.
This is what I’ll support you with in my new program Notorious! which I’m offering now at 50% savings with some amazing bonuses!
You see, my course teaches you how to identify, attract and engage your Soul Tribe online in ways that align with your Soul… to clarify what your Soul wants you to share with the world, identify the platforms you will use to get out there (and the ones you’ll happily ignore!) and the steps to take daily to increase and reach your ideal audience. And this is done with a heavy dose of Soul-diving (to connect with your unique perspective and what’s most important to YOU) plus personalized support, along with smart, doable strategic steps to take you along the path of least resistance.
Here’s what a couple of spiritual entrepreneurs have said about how I help them:
“Over the years, I’ve participated in numerous training courses led by industry leaders, but what Julia Stege offers stands out as truly exceptional. Her courses are not only informative but also deeply transformative. Unlike many others who provide surface-level insights, Julia delves into the very essence of your being, guiding you to make choices that resonate with your soul, not just your mind.” Sue
“Julia’s course is truly a Godsend giving me the support and courage to be ok with not fitting in anywhere because I have a different and unique message the world is waiting for and needs. After decades of struggle with client-attraction, in three days you have cleared the way for my growth in countless ways.” Dr. Marilyn
Shall we take this journey together? Can I help you to become NOTORIOUS so it’s EASY for your ideal clients to FIND YOU?
>>> Go here to start becoming known today
Love,
Julia “Hiding No More!” Stege
The Magical Marketer
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