Ep 20: Imposter Syndrome

Are you stuck? Maybe you feel conflicted, held back but not sure why…check your Imposter Syndrome, friends. This week we break down some common characterizations of Imposter Syndrome. That is, a collection or limiting beliefs we have about ourselves. They allow us to make excuses, procrastinate and avoid dealing with our inner conflicts.

 

When I’m feeling limited, I get quiet. I listen to the birds chirping, notice the feelings of frustration, let them pass and then listen even harder. What are the voices in my head telling me? Do you hear these voices?

 

When I have achieved “fill in the blank”, then I’ll be good enough to start. I’m not “fill in the blank” enough. I’m not as good as that person. I don’t have enough “fill in the blank” to do that. I’m not experienced enough. I don’t have enough degrees/sales/talent/experience/connections/whatever. Sooner or later someone will find out I’m not “fill in the blank” enough. I feel like a sham.

 

Yes? Well, you may be suffering from a good case of Imposter Syndrome.  In this episode, we break down some common characterizations we find when we deal with this phenomenon. It has been said that 70% of people find themselves in one of these buckets at some point over their career. Do any of these resonate with you?

 

The Perfectionist/Burnout-

If it’s not perfect, it’s not worth anything. Often have a hard time delegating and letting others help us. People with these tendencies and behaviors are the ones who burn out the quickest.

 

The Martyr-

Are you a workaholic? People with these tendencies can grow addicted to the validation of the “hustle”. It’s a dangerous cycle that never ends.

 

The (un)Natural-

You think you need to have a certain level of natural ability to put yourself out there. You cheat yourself out of the journey of becoming great.

 

The Expert-

If you aren’t the number one sought after professional in your field, you aren’t worth crap. Well, that’s crap. You will always be an expert to someone….as long as you START!

 

The Tupperware Lady-

Labels. Compartments. Lids. Sizes. Fitting things into spaces and putting them away. We are our own worst Tupperware Lady, selling ourselves stories, lies and boxes for ourselves we don’t need. Leave that in the 80’s too.

 

So, I hope you’re on your way to a new, kinder, more adventurous and hopeful path for yourself. I hope that you find courage in your current situation and whatever your circumstances are, that you cut yourself some slack and just get started making some positive changes in your life- because you ARE good enough and you ARE ready.

Me, I’m on my way to the piercing shop this weekend. Catch you next week, friends!

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