Imposter syndrome is a condition where people feel like they’re not good enough or qualified for their position, despite evidence to the contrary. It’s common among high-achieving women, and it can have a negative impact on their career development.
Imposter syndrome doesn’t just affect women at work. It can also show up at home, in our relationships, and in our own lives. When we feel like we’re not good enough, or that we’re somehow frauds, we’re constantly living in fear of being exposed as the imposters that we think we are. It’s not just about not being good enough at work. We might strive to be perfect partners, mothers, and homemakers, believing that any flaw will reflect badly on us.
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