Category: CBT Kent | CBT Therapy

7 Ways Uncertainty Fuels Imposter Syndrome (and What You Can Do About It)

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How the Intolerance of Uncertainty fuels Imposter Syndrome We all deal with uncertainty. But if you find yourself constantly second-guessing, worrying what others think, or over-preparing to avoid mistakes, it’s likely that uncertainty isn’t just present—it feels risky, uncomfortable, and unbearable. This is what I often see at the heart of imposter syndrome: a struggle […]

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The Three Circles: Understanding the Emotional Systems Behind Imposter Syndrome

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The Three Circles: Understanding the Emotional Systems Behind Imposter Syndrome When you’re caught in the grip of imposter syndrome, it can feel like a constant battle in your mind — the fear of being exposed, the pressure to prove yourself, the struggle to feel calm or confident. Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) offers a helpful way

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Why Your Mind Makes You Feel Like a Fraud (And What Evolution Has to Do With It)

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Why Your Mind Makes You Feel Like a Fraud (And What Evolution Has to Do With It) Have you ever wondered why your mind so often tells you you’re not good enough, that you’re just winging it, or that you’re about to be “found out”? You’re not alone. These are hallmark experiences of imposter syndrome,

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How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome: Understanding it, responding differently to it, and changing how you relate to it

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Imposter syndrome can feel like you’re stuck in a loop, you’re working hard, doing well on the outside, and yet you’re still feeling like you’re winging it, worrying that it’s only a matter of time before someone realises you’re not as capable as they think. It’s exhausting, and frustrating. If this sounds familiar, you’re not

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What Is Self-Doubt?

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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

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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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