#18 - Saying BYE To Imposter Syndrome

YOU ARE NOT A FRAUD! Ever feel like you're totally unqualified for something you're responsible for? Whether it's leading a project at work or being a first-time parent, there's several times in our lives where we'll be overcome by imposter syndrome. Today, we're discussing WHY so many of us get plagued with this and ways we can work towards overcoming it before it affects us negatively.

[02:50] What IS Imposter Syndrome? For those of us who may not know what this term is, we go over the basics.

[04:20] Nina Discusses The Memo. How imposter syndrome affects people differently depending on your background. Minorities, women of color, etc. Past experiences can affect.

[08:00] Different Types of Imposter Syndrome. We discuss something that WE just discovered thanks to a brilliant article by the fab Hilliary Turnipseed (go check out our interview with her if you haven't!). There are 5 types of imposter syndrome that people can suffer from:

1. The Perfectionist
2. The Superhuman
3. The Natural Genius
4. The Individualist
5. The Expert

[15:50] How Does Imposter Syndrome Affect Us? Let's dive into how not letting go of these negative thoughts can impact us in other ways.

• Self-sabotaging behaviors
• Placing our self-worth on others
• Suffering from burnout
• Undermining your achievements

[23:15] Conquering Imposter Syndrome. How can we dropkick this nonsense?

• Writing down your achievements
• Framing affirmations around your imposter syndrome type
• Get a mentor or a coach to get you outside of your HEAD
• Stop saying "I WAS LUCKY"
• Stop assuming 'adulting' means you need to have all the answers
• Limiting exposure to those who make you question yourself

Resources: Books and articles referenced:

• "The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table" by Minda Harts
• Article "Quick Guide to Understanding & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome" by Hilliary Turnipseed

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Baklava,

Nat & Nina