Do you have imposter syndrome? You’re not alone—70% of people will experience imposter syndrome at some point, and today, Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin is here to help us break free. As a psychologist, imposter syndrome expert, and bestselling author of Own Your Greatness and Your Unstoppable Greatness, Dr. Orbé-Austin dives deep into how imposter syndrome shows up in our lives—and, most importantly, how we can overcome it. In this episode of PRETTYSMART, she reveals:
- The subtle signs that imposter syndrome is creeping in
- The powerful link between self-worth and imposter syndrome
- Is there a link between imposter syndrome and perfectionism?
- How your upbringing shapes those feelings of self-doubt
- Are women especially vulnerable to imposter syndrome?
- Her personal experience battling imposter syndrome—even on the Today Show
- The two main cycles of imposter syndrome: overwork and self-sabotage
- How it impacts our personal lives and relationships
- Why marginalized groups are hit the hardest
- Simple steps to start loving yourself through it all
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