The Best Way to Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is the uncomfortable feeling you get when you think you're unqualified and incompetent.

• You believe that everyone else is more capable than you.
• You might chalk your success up to "good luck."

Almost everyone experiences imposter syndrome at some point.

• For some people, it's a minor problem.
• For others, it can be debilitating.
• You might worry that someone will discover how inept you really are.
• You might cope by becoming an overachiever.
• Or, you might stop trying to reach your potential so you don't disappoint anyone.

Imposter syndrome isn't just something that happens at work.

• You might deal with it in your personal life, too.
• You feel like an ineffective parent or you think you aren't a good partner.

Fortunately, imposter syndrome doesn't have to take over your life.

• On today's episode of The Verywell Mind Podcast, you'll learn a science-based strategy for overcoming imposter syndrome so you can live your best life–and feel effective while you're doing it.
• If you've been struggling with imposter syndrome, you're not alone. In this episode, you'll learn what imposter syndrome is and why people experience it. You'll also learn how to combat imposter syndrome and leave it for good.

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