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Imposter syndrome can leave you doubting your abilities, questioning your achievements, and worrying that others will discover you are not as capable as they think you are. It can affect people at work, in education, in relationships, and during periods of change or increased responsibility. In this section you’ll find a collection of articles exploring the signs of imposter syndrome, what can cause it, how it can affect confidence and self-esteem, and practical advice for managing feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy. If you’re looking for professional support, use the links below to learn more about imposter syndrome and how counselling can help or book a free consultation.
Overcoming imposter syndrome is not a matter of trying harder to believe in yourself. Most people who have lived with it for any length of time have already tried that, and found that the effort of convincing themselves they belong … Read more
Imposter syndrome at work is the persistent, private belief that your professional success is undeserved, that you got where you are through luck, timing, or convincing people of something that is not quite true. The work is real. The achievements … Read more
(The Quiet Weight of Imposter Syndrome) Imposter Syndrome facts: There are days when you feel capable.Maybe even proud.You finish the project. You land the promotion. Someone compliments your work, calls you brilliant, tells you you're doing amazing things. And somehow… … Read more
Low self-esteem is when someone lacks confidence about who they are and what they can do. When we think about individuals who suffer from low self-esteem, we tend to think of teenagers. However, this is not the case. So many … Read more
What is Imposter Syndrome? Imposter Syndrome is rooted in feelings of intense doubt in your abilities and feeling like a fraud. There is an internalised belief that you are not as competent as people believe you to be. This is … Read more