Podcast #671

BEING LEFT OUT & HOW TO STOP FEELING LIKE THE ONE WHO DOESN'T BELONG











Feeling left out can sting — especially when you’re building something online or growing a business and it seems like everyone else is succeeding faster. In this episode, we talk about:



* The messages we tell ourselves when we feel excluded.

* How it feels to be the odd one out and why that’s okay.

* Why being different is actually your biggest advantage.

* Practical strategies to stop comparing yourself and start using your uniqueness to grow your confidence, influence, and business.



If you’ve ever felt invisible in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode will give you the perspective, tools, and encouragement to turn being left out into your superpower.



The Messages We Tell Ourselves 







* “I’m not good enough.”







* “I’ll never catch up.”







* “They’re more talented, more lucky, more seen than me.”







How It Feels to Be the Odd One Out 







* The emotional side: isolation, envy, frustration, questioning your identity or path.







* Being “different” can feel lonely in entrepreneurial spaces where success looks curated and fast.







* Use storytelling: maybe a personal anecdote or a common scenario — you post content, get minimal traction while others seem to get all the engagement.







“Normal is not something to aspire to, it’s something to get away from.” – Jodie Foster

“Don’t be afraid of being different; be afraid of being the same as everyone else.” – Unknown

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” – Dr. Seuss



The Power of Being Different 







* Reframe “being left out” as being in your own lane.







* Explain why difference is a competitive advantage:



* Unique voice attracts the right audience.







* Fewer followers but more loyal, engaged fans/customers.







* Less comparison = more creativity and authentic growth.











* Examples for entrepreneurs:



* Launching a niche course that’s different from what everyone else is doing.







* Sharing behind-the-scenes stories instead of polished posts.







* Small social proof now can grow into massive credibility later because it’s authentic.











Practical Strategies to Stop Feeling Left Out 







* Reframe comparison: focus on your progress, not others’ highlight reels.







* Celebrate small wins: track testimonials, engagement, or milestones, no matter how small.







* Leverage your unique perspective: think of what only you can create or teach.







* Build your own community: even if small at first, your “tribe” matters more than a huge audience.







* Journal / affirmation prompts: e.g., “Being left out doesn’t define my worth,” “My lane is my superpower.”







Recap:



* The messages we tell ourselves are not truths.

* Feeling like the odd one out is temporary and can be reframed.

* Being different is a superpower for long-term success.



The song “I’m Different” by 2 Chainz was released in 2012 as a single from his debut album Based on a T.R.U. Story.



Designing Your Own Tribe and Vibe





When you feel different or like you don’t fit in, instead of trying to squeeze into someone else’s group, you have the power to create your own community—a space where your values, energy, and quirks are celebrated rather than judged.