Imposter Syndrome: Why It Happens and How to Calm It
- 7 days ago
- 1 min read
Imposter syndrome often isn’t a lack of ability—it’s a threat response. When your brain predicts judgment or rejection, it can trigger doubt, perfectionism, and over-preparing.
Common signs
Discounting your wins
Overworking to ‘earn’ belonging
Fear of being exposed
Comparing yourself to people you don’t actually know
A nervous-system reset you can use in 90 seconds
Exhale longer than you inhale (e.g., 4 in / 6 out) for 6 breaths.
Name 3 things you can see and 2 things you can feel.
Ask: ‘What’s one small action that moves me forward anyway?’
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