How To Combat Imposter Syndrome?

The Seeds You Sow

​Have you ever felt like you did not belong? Maybe questioned your own skill sets or abilities in a social or professional setting? Most people would like to admit​ that​ they navigate society with a confident view of ​themselves, but if we're all being honest, most people,at least once in their life, have questioned their talents and skill sets​. They may have even given into the idea that somehow, despite their hard work, they did not deserve the opportunity that was granted to them. This week we decided to shed light​ on this issue which is labeled as the "Imposter Syndrome." According Psychologist Pauline Rose Clance the Imposter Syndrome is defined as the idea that you’ve only succeeded due to luck, and not because of your talent or qualifications." We decided to have a conversation around the root causes of this syndrome which affects people in social, academic,and professional settings. It may even affect you. As always, we have some great articles for you to indulge in: "Yes, Imposter Syndrome is Real. Here's How to Deal With It." published by Time.com and "The Five Types of Imposter Syndrome And How to Beat Them" by fastcompany.com. Through our conversation we were able to explore the root causes underneath this feeling of ‘not belonging’ and this haunting lie that causes certain people to makes who they truly are in order to feel accepted.Since we live in a society that constantly bombards us with negative messages and at times can have us questioning our self worth and power, we felt it was necessary to offer an episode that reinforced the following message to our listeners: you are qualified, you have done the work needed, and more importantly, you are enough. We hope this episode inspires all of you to think critically about the times you may have doubted yourself​, in hopes that you will no longer give into the negative voice that tries to hold you back. We hope that by offering our personal testimonies, you are empowered to actively overcome that lie that says ‘you do not belong’, because ultimately -- you do.