Imposter Syndrome Blog

Blog posts and information on Imposter Syndrome and related topics including worry and self-doubt, perfectionism, procrastination, and self-criticism.

What Is Self-Doubt?

By dwatkins | Jul 4, 2025
Being held back by self-doubt

What Is Self-Doubt? Self-doubt is a normal part of being human, but it can become overwhelming. This blog explores why we experience self-doubt, how it shows up, and what to do when it gets in the way. Self-doubt is something most of us will experience at some point. Whether it’s second-guessing a decision, overthinking something […]

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When Self-Doubt Won’t Go Away – No Matter How Hard You Work

By dwatkins | Jul 2, 2025

You’ve achieved a lot – but it rarely feels that way. Instead of pride, there’s pressure. Instead of confidence, there’s constant second-guessing. So, you work harder. You push through. You do more – preparing, perfecting, trying to cover every angle just in case something slips through the cracks. But even when things go well, that […]

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The Shrinking Room: Why Avoiding Imposter Syndrome Only Makes It Stronger

By dwatkins | Jul 1, 2025

The Shrinking Room: Why Avoiding Imposter Syndrome Only Makes It Stronger Imagine your life as a room. At first, it feels open. Spacious. Full of possibility. But then the doubts start creeping in… “I’m not qualified – they’re going to find me out.”“That last success was luck – I won’t be able to do it […]

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Feeling Like a Fraud? Maybe It’s Time to Drop the Rope

By dwatkins | Jun 27, 2025

Feeling Like a Fraud? Maybe It’s Time to Drop the RopeStruggling with imposter syndrome is like being caught in a never-ending tug of war… If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’m not good enough,” “I’m going to get found out,” or “I don’t belong here,” – even after you’ve worked hard, achieved a lot, and […]

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How to Work With Imposter Syndrome

By dwatkins | Jun 24, 2025

Feeling like a fraud – sound familiar? You might look like you’ve got it all together on the outside, but inside it’s a different story. You find yourself second-guessing your abilities, brushing off your successes as “just luck” or “not a big deal,” and worrying that at any moment someone’s going to realise you’re not […]

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Starting Therapy for Imposter Syndrome, Self-Doubt or Perfectionism: What to Expect in Your First Session

By dwatkins | Jun 23, 2025
Imposter syndrome therapy

If you’ve been battling with self-doubt, perfectionism or that constant fear of being ‘found out’ as not good enough – you’re not alone. Imposter Syndrome can feel incredibly isolating, and starting therapy might feel like yet another thing you’re “not doing properly.” But here’s the truth: you don’t need to have it all figured out […]

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The Perfectionism Trap: When Trying to Get It Right Keeps You Stuck

By dwatkins | Jun 22, 2025

The Perfectionism Trap: How It Fuels Your Imposter Feelings Do you ever find yourself setting impossibly high standards for yourself? Do you struggle to celebrate successes, instead focusing on the tiniest flaws in your work? If a nagging voice inside keeps telling you that you’re not good enough, no matter what you achieve, you may […]

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Inviting Imposter Syndrome to the Table: A New Way to Relate to It

By dwatkins | Jun 20, 2025

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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Imposter Syndrome Therapy: When Coping Strategies Backfire

By dwatkins | Jun 18, 2025

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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Is Imposter Syndrome a Real Problem If It’s Not a Diagnosis?

By dwatkins | Jun 16, 2025
Imposter Syndrome - a real problem

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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