Do you hold yourself to impossibly high standards? Maybe even when things go well, it’s hard to feel good about them—you zero in on what wasn’t quite right, what could have been better. If there’s a voice inside that says, “You’re still not good enough” no matter how much you achieve, perfectionism could be playing […]
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If you’re struggling with Imposter Syndrome, you might already be familiar with the constant inner commentary: “You’re not good enough,” “You’re going to be found out,” “You only got here because of luck.” It can feel relentless — like a critical voice that won’t give you a break. But what if, instead of constantly battling
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How trying to feel safer can sometimes make things harder — and what can help You’re working hard, doing well — but still doubting yourself. Maybe you lie awake replaying a conversation from earlier, worrying you said the wrong thing. Or you stay late, double-checking your work just one more time. Deep down, there’s a
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Struggling with imposter syndrome? You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. Imposter syndrome isn’t a formal mental health diagnosis, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a real and serious issue. If you find yourself constantly doubting your abilities, dismissing your achievements, or feeling like a fraud, it may be holding you back in more
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Imposter syndrome can feel like a constant undercurrent of doubt — the sense that, despite everything you’ve achieved, you’re not really good enough, and it’s only a matter of time before others see it too. It’s a difficult and often draining experience. But with the right support, it’s also something you can begin to understand
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Imposter Syndrome often shows up as a quiet, nagging voice of self-doubt. It tells you you’re not good enough, that you’re faking it, and that sooner or later, you’ll be found out. Even when things are going well on the outside, this inner critic keeps you stuck in fear, overworking, or playing it safe. One
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