Gay Men Going Deeper

Imposter Syndrome

Apr 27, 2023
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INSIGHT

Roots Of Imposter Syndrome

  • Imposter syndrome is rooted in shame, inadequacy, perfectionism, and fear of failure.
  • These forces push people to avoid trying new things or overcompensate with perfectionism.
ANECDOTE

First Public Singing And The Hangover

  • Matt hired a vocal coach and performed publicly for the first time after decades of avoidance.
  • He experienced a strong vulnerability hangover and waves of imposter feelings after singing.
INSIGHT

Not Caught Up To Your Expanded Self

  • Esther Hicks reframes imposter syndrome as your 'source self' expanding before the ego catches up.
  • That view shifts shame to a lag between inner growth and outer identity.
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