31 Mar 3 Secrets to Take Back Your Power and Free Yourself from Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever felt Imposter Syndrome?
A Forbes article stated that 70% of people experience Imposter Syndrome on some level. It impacts people in all arenas, even those considered quite successful. Maya Angelou, Lady Gaga and Stephen King have all acknowledged experiencing imposter syndrome.
The Pandemic has forced countless individuals to pivot professionally (new job, becoming an entrepreneur, transferring to different position within same company, etc.) which can easily increase the prevalence of Imposter Syndrome.
Imposter Syndrome often leads to feeling disempowered, making progress in many areas of life difficult.
The following 3 Secrets will help you feel empowered, freeing yourself from Imposter Syndrome.
- Give Yourself the Grace of Being a Learner
Take the pressure off yourself and stop trying to be the expert from day one. Being new and a learner doesn’t make you a fake or a fraud … it makes you someone who values learning. A big trigger of Imposter Syndrome is being new at something, so act from a “growth” mindset, not “fixed”. Invest in the right training and mentorship that creates a safe space for you to learn and grow. Bring your strengths (experience, education, skills, etc.) to the table. Many skillsets apply in multiple arenas. Remember….you are not starting over from scratch, you are starting from experience.
- SAY YES to New Opportunities
It is common to turn down new opportunities (even when you feel the pull towards them) because of Imposter Syndrome. Don’t let your inner critic stop you from what could be a game changing opportunity. Flip the balance of power back into your court and challenge that negative voice. Say yes to opportunities that will help you move forward (professionally and personally). Say YES to your dreams!
- Connect With Your Purpose
Ask yourself questions to connect with your purpose.
- Why do you want to do this?
- What do you value about this work?
- What are your intentions?
- What kind of impact do you want to make?
- How will your life be changed by moving forward?
Developing an emotional connection to your purpose helps keep you focused and motivated, while keeping imposter syndrome at bay!
Even if you are venturing into an entirely new arena, always know …
“It may be all you’ve ever done, but it’s not all that you are!”
If you truly desire to be, do or have something else, to take your life to another level, I hope you will honor yourself and do just that.
You ARE worthy of your dreams!