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Imposter Syndrome refers to that feeling that you will be ‘found out’ for not belonging, not being capable or being an ‘imposter’ in your environment.

Imposter Syndrome is most commonly associated with work situations but can actually be experienced in all sorts of different scenarios such as at the gym or with groups of friends.

It is a very common phenomenon and nothing to be too concerned about but in my experience of working with many people suffering with this, it is closely linked to self esteem and can significantly contribute to stress and anxiety.

I often find it most sad when struggling with Imposter Syndrome prevents a person from pursuing opportunities and progressing in their life.

So I really want to help you to overcome it whenever or wherever you experience it so it can’t have any detrimental impact on you or your life.

Watch my video where I talk you through my 4 Steps to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome.

The Summary

 

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Trying to fight the experience of Imposter Syndrome is pointless. Instead, accept that you are experiencing it, but treat it simply as an annoyance. It is just a thought or feeling and you do not have to be affected by it. Say to yourself ‘Its that thought again…I know you are there but I don’t have to take any notice of you’ and carry on regardless. Remember, no one else knows you feel this way.

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You are a unique human being and no one else has the same set of skills, values and personality traits as you do. You have something important to contribute. Commit to simply doing your best and being open to learn. Allow thi to be enough.

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Be careful not to put yourself down to other people as this can affect how you are treated and what opportunities you are offered. It is also going to be incredibly detrimental to your self esteem.

 

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Start a folder (digital or physical) that can become your ‘hub of positivity’. Fill it with your successes, positive feedback, compliment you receive and your achievements. Look back at it regularly so you can remind yourself of all the positive things and why your feelings of Imposter Syndrome are not accurate or important.

The Takeaway

Imposter Syndrome is completely normal, its how we handle it that counts.

“We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, handsome, talented and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?”

– Marianne Williamson

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