What is Imposter Syndrome?
There’s no better time to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome. This common but often hidden feeling can make us doubt our skills and achievements, leaving us feeling like frauds in our own lives.
Today, we’re focusing on understanding and managing imposter syndrome. By learning to identify these feelings, we can work towards building self-confidence and celebrating our successes. It’s not just about noticing negative thoughts; it’s about embracing our true abilities and accomplishments.
So, let’s take steps to boost our confidence and acknowledge our worth. Whether it’s through positive self-talk, setting realistic goals, or connecting with supportive people, we’ve gathered resources to help you build confidence and recognize your true potential.
ASSESSMENT
Is Your Mental Health Flourishing?
When we think of mental health, we usually think of it as either being mentally ill or mentally healthy. There’s another way you can think about mental health. Beyond traditional mental health issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and stress, we’d like to offer a deeper understanding of mental health that encompasses both wellbeing and functioning in life.
Psychologist Dr. Corey Keyes describes mental health using two spectrums. One that ranges from mental illness to no mental illness, and another that moves from languishing to flourishing. One of the key takeaways of his model is that even if you have a diagnosable condition like anxiety or depression, you can still flourish.
Take this assessment to find out if you are flourishing, languishing, or somewhere in between. Afterward, check out our recommended resources to help you continue on a path of flourishing.
SELECTED RESOURCES
Imposter Syndrome: How You Can Grow From Being Uncomfortable
By Mara Waldhorn M.S., M.A.
What is something an Oscar-winning filmmaker, a UN lawyer, a NASA engineer, and a Harvard doctor have in common? Well, at one point in their careers, each of these high-achieving individuals felt like an imposter. This article discusses how each of these professionals overcame these feelings of self-doubt.
What Is Imposter Syndrome and How Can You Deal With It?
The Psych ShowÂ
Here, Dr. Ali Mattu explains the psychology behind imposter phenomenon, how it impacts your self-esteem, and how you can deal with it.
Watch the 13-minute Video Here
Imposter Syndrome with Jill and Debbie
Psychologists Off the Clock
Imposter syndrome involves doubting your abilities or skills, and can often leave high-achieving people feeling fraudulent or undeserving of their achievements. In fact, this syndrome has affected some of the most renowned celebrities (e.g., Lady Gaga), CEO’s (e.g., Howard Schultz), and a few of our favorite podcast co-hosts. In this episode of Psychologists Off the Clock, two of our high-achieving co-hosts, Jill and Debbie, rely on both their personal experiences and empirical evidence in their discussion of imposter syndrome.
Listen to the 54-minute Podcast here
