It's that nagging feeling where you think you're not as good as everyone thinks you are, despite all your achievements.
It's like having an inner voice that keeps saying "you just got lucky" even when you've clearly worked hard and succeeded.
Meet Sarah, a software developer with 5 years of experience. Her team relies on her expertise, and she consistently delivers great work.
Yet when her colleagues praise her coding skills, she thinks, "They don't realize I'm just figuring things out as I go." That's imposter syndrome—not being able to see your own genuine abilities and success.
This feeling often holds talented people back from seizing opportunities or acknowledging their skills, and it's especially common when facing new challenges or achieving success.
Recognizing it is the first step toward managing it.
Remember: feeling like an imposter usually means you're actually doing well—it's just your brain being overly critical of your genuine skills and achievements.
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