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How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Personal Growth
People experiencing imposter syndrome have trouble believing that they deserve to have success or what they truly desire.
By Laura Noel
Imposter Syndrome is a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their accomplishments or have a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a “fraud.” My definition of Imposter Syndrome is “Just not understanding how much potential is inside of you.”
I’m here to tell you that you are NOT alone in these feelings.
People experiencing imposter syndrome have trouble believing that they deserve to have success or what they truly desire.
How does imposter syndrome affect your growth?
First and foremost, imposter syndrome immobilizes you with fear — mostly fear of failure. But there is also fear of comparison, fear that you don’t know what you’re doing, and fear of what others think of you.
Education level and financial status do not exempt you from Imposter Syndrome.
Where does Imposter Syndrome come from?
Imposter Syndrome can stem from childhood and can be passed down from generation to generation. It’s easy to fall into a fear and…
