Imposter syndrome is the belief that you’re a fraud, despite proof of success.You dismiss wins as luck.You fear being “found out.”

What It Really Ks

Maya Angelou once said, “They’re going to find me out.”She had 11 books, countless awards still doubted herself.It’s more common than you think.

Even Icons Feel It

Your identity resists success that doesn’t feel earned.That mismatch causes mental tension.You’re not failing, your self-image is outdated.

The Brain Behind the Doubt

1. Name it out loud. 2. Write a “Fact File” of real wins. 3. Talk to someone you trust. 4. Reframe failure as feedback. 5. Rewrite your inner script.

The 5-Step Fix

Feeling unsure isn’t always imposter syndrome.Sometimes you’re just new and growing.Learn to tell the difference.

Don’t Confuse It With Inexperience

Perfection won’t save you from doubt.You don’t need to impress your way out of insecurity.Just show up consistently that’s enough.

Let Go of Proving Yourself

"You’re not behind. You’re just in a room you earned your way into."

You succeed but feel fake. You’re doing the work but can’t own the credit. That’s not humility. That’s imposter syndrome and it’s costing you momentum.

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