Manually Override Imposter Syndrome!

You may be familiar with the term "Imposter Syndrome", which is a feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy, despite clear evidence to the contrary.

"I'm not really qualified for this job."
"Who am I to talk like I'm an expert on a topic I've known inside out for 20 years?"
"I know my stuff, but I'm sure people will doubt my qualifications anyway."

You may question these beliefs and logically know they're not true, but when you're speaking in groups or meetings, giving a talk, or being interview these thoughts feelings might creep up nonetheless...

Or maybe you don't think these things, but you have a habit of scrunching and making yourself small when you talk to people. 

Many folks try the "fake it til you make it" strategy, but what does it mean to "fake" it?  This can be confusing because it can lead to over-correcting, feeling "fake", and like you're not being yourself...

So what's the solution in those moments when you feel uncomfortable and you want to come across as calm and strong?

Here's where another approach comes in...and that's to address the physical response to imposter syndrome.

Whether you have imposter syndrome or you're simply uncomfortable in certain contexts when you have to communicate, here are some examples of what happens physically:

• Hunched or slumped shoulders

• Difficultly catching you're breath when you're speaking

• Voice staying way up high

• Feeling fidgety and like your come up off the ground

I can help you to create a clear, personalized strategy to help you change exactly these things to help you look and feel more confident, even if your initial reaction is to feel uncomfortable.

Want to learn more? Check out my individual sessions and group classes.