Imposter syndrome...no matter how much I tell myself that I can do something, it kicks in.

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August 7,2023 at 7:55PM UTC

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Imposter syndrome...no matter how much I tell myself that I can do something, it kicks in. The transition to a new career, with the right amount of money, for a company/organization I'm passionate about is near. I can feel it and I can also feel that I'm doing something wrong. I'm not fully following my passion since I'm applying to positions with companies that I'm not passionate about, I'm only applying to have the title on my resume and I know this isn't what I should be doing. Today, that changes. I hope this post helps someone else.

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AnonymousAugust 8,2023 at 12:59PM UTC
Have you ever talked to a therapist about your imposter syndrome? It's not instant results but it helps.
AnonymousAugust 9,2023 at 12:50AM UTC
No, I haven't. I'm always able to get myself out of it. It doesn't last long.
BeaBoss979975August 10,2023 at 5:52PM UTC
If you always get into it, you should consider speaking with a therapist about that issue.
AnonymousAugust 11,2023 at 12:50PM UTC
I agree with this, and I will add that therapy has made a huge difference for me in this area.
Everyone starts a new role with some level of uncertainty and confidence issues, but if you find yourself always starting a new job with that pit in your stomach telling you that you are an unqualified fraud who cannot do the work (despite knowing this to be intellectually false), outside help could be beneficial.
Think of it this way: New Job Jitters:Imposter Syndrome::Baby Blues:Postpartum Depression - One of them, you just have to work your way through, but the other one requires additional support. Good luck on following your passion!
Grisel Scarantino, Career and Work-Life Fulfillment CoachAugust 10,2023 at 5:45PM UTC
Cheers to that change! Follow your passion and apply for jobs that you know would be fulfilling. Jobs where you know you'll make an impact that matters to you. Jobs that allow you to live the life you want to be living.
AnonymousAugust 13,2023 at 10:06PM UTC
Thank you for this!!!
AnonymousAugust 14,2023 at 2:00PM UTC
bravo. you need to align with your own values, hopes, dreams and support an organization you believe in...in this way, your IOO% best comes thru, on interviews in and in your work. Stay true. Appreciate you sharing.
Bridget HarringtonAugust 14,2023 at 5:52PM UTC
I have a quote on my board from an Instagram post that you should copy, print out and read a few times a day:
"Whatever you think you can't do, know that there is someone who is confidently doing it wrong right now. They have no plans at doing it better and people are paying them to do it. Please believe in your own excellence as much as they believe in their own mediocrity."
If your feelings are leading you in that direction, follow them and kick the Imposter right out of your head. The gut never lies but our brains will make every amount of "logical excuses" to keep us where we are.