Why do so many of us feel invisible — even in rooms where we show up fully?

Why does competence sometimes make us more overlooked, not less?

And why does the quiet longing to be understood feel so universal?

In this episode of Unmuted by Nola, we explore the deep human hunger to be seen — not for what we do, produce, or hold together, but for who we truly are beneath the roles.

This episode digs into:

• How childhood roles shape adult invisibility

• The difference between being needed and being known

• Why belonging is a psychological need, not a luxury

• How the ache reveals itself in the quiet moments

• What emotional visibility actually feels like

• How internal clarity creates external belonging

This is a soft, reflective conversation for anyone who has ever wondered whether people know them — or just the version they perform.

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Tuesday Vibes by Snoozy Beats

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