The “Do I – Don’t I?” dilemma – is it holding you back?
Imagine the situation: you know a group of your colleagues is organising a get-together, nothing fancy, nothing formal and, in truth you’d rather not go. You’re tired, you’re busy and, if you’re honest, you just can’t be bothered right...A little bit perfectionistic?
perfectionism. It can be defined as the need to be or to appear perfect. Many people with Imposter Syndrome feelings understand this as they much prefer to appear perfect – or at the very least, good enough – as they fear being found out as a fraud.
The unexpected advantages of Imposter Syndrome feelings
People experience Imposter Syndrome feelings on a spectrum… our feelings of insecurity can prompt us to be prepared, to do the research, put in the work, to make sure that we have done all the prep we can before we meet the challenge.
How’s your “decision juice” looking?
How has your week been? To tell the truth, I’ve struggled at times. Oh, don’t get me wrong. There have been no disasters, mishaps or incidents this last week but oh, have I been aware that something was lacking.