“Vanhu vanozoti kudii … What Will People Say? The Silent Dream Killer”

Lloyd M
Sep 26
2 min read

“Vanhu vanozoti kudii … what will people say?” Discover how fear of opinions kills dreams and how to break free to live boldly.

One of the most common fears that silently kills potential is summed up in this question:

“Vanhu vanozoti kudii?”“What will people say?” It may sound small, but this way of thinking has stopped more dreams than failure ever has.

The Silent Killer of Dreams

So many people never take the first step because they imagine the laughter, the gossip, the side-eyes.

A brilliant business idea never launched.
A creative project left unfinished.
A young person hiding their talent instead of sharing it.

Not because they weren’t capable, but because they feared the judgment of others.

The Truth About People’s Opinions

Here’s the thing: people will always have something to say.

If you succeed, they’ll talk.
If you fail, they’ll talk.
If you do nothing at all, they’ll still talk.

So why let their voices be louder than your calling?

Fear vs. Regret

It is better to try and fail than to live with the regret of never starting. Fear fades with action. Regret grows with time. Ask yourself: when you are older, will you be proud that you lived by your own choices or disappointed that you lived by other people’s expectations?

Breaking the Cycle

To overcome the “what will people say” mindset:

Catch the thought – Notice when you’re hesitating because of imagined opinions.
Ask a better question – Instead of “What will people say?” ask “What will happen if I try?”
Shift perspective – Remember, most people are too busy with their own lives to focus on yours for long.
Anchor in your values – If your actions align with your values and purpose, that’s what matters.

Your Voice Matters Most

At the end of the day, the only voice that should guide your journey is your own. Don’t let the imagined whispers of others silence your greatness. Live boldly. Try bravely. Dream loudly. Because the world doesn’t need more people living in fear of judgment, it needs more people courageous enough to shine.

💡 What dream have you been holding back on because of fear of what people might say or “vanhu vanozoti kudii”? Maybe today is the day to start.

— L2M Coaching & Mentoring: Unlock Your Potential