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Overthinking About Imposter Syndrome

Magical Overthinkers

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Understanding Imposter Syndrome: Origins, Influences, and Evolution

Exploring the history and beginnings of imposter syndrome from the 1970s, the chapter delves into how feelings of fraudulence and inadequacy have become more pronounced in the age of social media and capitalism. Discussing the impact on different genders and races, the conversation emphasizes the need to recognize systemic biases while also discussing the relationship between imposter syndrome and productivity within a capitalist society.

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