127 Ella Lucas-Averett: Overcoming Impostor Syndrome

Aug 29, 2017

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In our fast paced and demanding world where the ability to pivot and transition every day is a necessity, how do we move past what Psychologists call "Impostor Syndrome" to conquer the deeper fears of not being enough?

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Impostor Syndrome is a concept that describes individuals who are marked by an inability to realize their accomplishments and have a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud." This way of thinking causes us to dismiss our accomplishments and abilities, feeling they may have occurred from luck, circumstance, or having deceived others into thinking we're someone other than our true selves.

To some extent, everyone is ingrained with this mental noise that can tell us we're not good enough or don't belong. Our mind often wonders what may happen if people find out we're not as intelligent as they think. These thoughts can be the loudest when pursuing a goal or passion, and the fear of exposing ourselves as a failure can limit exploration and destroy the courage needed to delve into new experiences.

To overcome these limiting and destructive thought processes, it's necessary to ask ourselves an important question:

How can we move past Impostor Syndrome to develop our power, awareness, and take action in the direction of our true desires?

On this episode of Wellness Force Radio, we explore this topic and much more with Ella Lucas-Averett, Host of the "On Air With Ella" Podcast. During this interview, she discusses techniques to move past our fears and find greater alignment in our lives.

Listen To Episode 127 As Ella Uncovers:

Why she felt a calling to spread the message of health and wellness
The importance of taking complete accountability in our lives
How to start where we are, use what we have, and do what we can
Why the path towards success isn't a linear journey
How to make sure impostor syndrome doesn't stop us from pursuing the things we desire
The power that comes from being authentic
Triggers that can amplify impostor syndrome
How we can take an emotional inventory and find our authentic voice
Ways to turn fear into curiosity
How to determine if something isn't in alignment with our true selves
How thoughts are manufactured around events, situations, and circumstances
The importance of taking complete accountability in our relationships
Why taking action won't always be fun and comfortable
How we can use visualization to overcome our fears
The tools that help us move through impostor syndrome

Top 3 Takeaways From Ella

In order to take more control over our lives, it's necessary to develop radical accountability with our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
We must choose to manufacture powerful thoughts if we are to move past our fears and find greater alignment.
There is strength in vulnerability and letting our authentic selves shine through to the world. Trying to project an image of perfection can hold us back from finding our deeper calling.

Power Quotes From Ella

"I don't see any point in trying to project some image of perfection." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"If fear could have killed you, it would have by now." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"Our confusion stems from a lack of consciousness." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"We can live in the past or focus on the possibilities." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"It's not about shame and blame, it's about choice and power." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"The antidote to fear is taking action." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"Perfection is fear with different clothes on." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

"Motivation is on the other side of action." - Elizabeth Lucas-Averett

The "On Air With Ella" Podcast

This show is for anyone who wants to feel better, look better, live better and have some fun on the way. Ella interviews experts on wellness, personal growth, performance, real food nutrition, fitness, mindset, confidence...anything to help you get more out of your life...NOW. She keeps it simple, slightly cheeky and always on point. Start where YOU are. Learn more at www.onairwithella.com. Ella makes it simple, fun and totally achievable.

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About Ella

Ella works with individuals, groups, and select businesses to help them determine what – specifically – success looks like for them and how they’re going to get there.

She is the host of the On Air with Ella show. I talk to experts in mindset and personal development, wellness, nutrition and health who can help us move toward BETTER in our own lives.

She is a motivational & educational speaker, and loves to inspire, and show people how they can take one step further to ACTION!

Her professional background is in business, entrepreneurship, and owning and running different companies over the past 17 years. She loves creating value for herself and others.

Resources Mentioned From Ella & Josh

Ella's Website
Social Channels
Impostor Syndrome Overview
Byron Katie
Byron Katie's 4 Questions
Gretchen Rubin
Bonnie Kelly
Bonnie Kelly - Episode 87 on WFR
Sean Croxton
Tony Robbins
Bob Proctor
Forbes Article on Impostor Syndrome
Sam Adams Founder's Story
"The Anatomy of a Calling" by Lissa Rankin

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