Wild Ambition Podcast

Episode 3 - Shame, Space Buns, & the Fear of Being Seen


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In this soul-stirring episode, Sharon invites you to explore the metaphor of "space buns"—those hidden parts of ourselves we protect out of fear of judgment. Through personal stories, client experiences, and transformative reflections, she unpacks why we often play small and how our primal brain, wired for survival, can keep us from living a life of bold, authentic expression.

You'll discover how modern-day "danger" is rarely life-threatening but can still trigger ancient wiring that causes us to shrink, conform, and stay stuck in old patterns. Sharon gently challenges us to get curious about the difference between living in survival mode and stepping into creation mode—where life becomes expansive, energising, and deeply fulfilling.

🔑 Episode Highlights: 

  • The Power of Being Seen – Why real transformation begins when you let yourself be visible—mess and all.
  • Fear Isn’t the Enemy – How your brain’s risk radar can be rewired to support growth, not sabotage it.
  • When 'Meh' Is a Message – Understanding emotional numbness as a quiet nudge toward something more meaningful.
  • The Courage in Small Acts – How sharing your quirks, truths, and ‘space buns’ can shift everything.
  • Emotional Check-Ins That Work – A simple practice to recalibrate when you’re out of sync with yourself.
  • Aligned Action Over Fearless Action – What it really takes to move forward even when fear is still in the room.
  • Awareness as a Catalyst – The unseen power of noticing—because what you don’t name, you can’t change.
  • You’re Not Too Much – Why showing up as your whole self is a radical act of leadership and permission-giving.

💚 Continue the conversation and share your thoughts with us:

Sharon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmaddypatel/
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Sharon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesharonmaddypatel


💬 Did this episode resonate with you? What are your space buns? What would you do if you weren’t afraid of looking silly? Drop a comment or DM Sharon or share this with someone who’s ready to step out of hiding and into their brilliance.

💚 Continue the conversation and share your thoughts with us:

Sharon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmaddypatel/
Sharon’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharon.maddypatel
Sharon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesharonmaddypatel

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Wild Ambition PodcastBy Sharon Maddy-Patel