10% Happier with Dan Harris Comedian Aparna Nancherla on: Impostor Syndrome, Anger, Social Anxiety, and Stage Fright
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Sep 20, 2023 
Aparna Nancherla, a talented writer and stand-up comedian known for her role in 'The Great North,' dives into her struggles with imposter syndrome and anxiety. She shares how procrastination fuels her creativity while discussing the pressures of representing South Asians in entertainment. Alongside Dr. Bianca Harris, they dissect the 'agreeability industrial complex' and the challenges of saying no. With candid insights into the link between comedy and therapy, they highlight the power of storytelling in navigating personal challenges.
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First Comedy Job
- Aparna Nancherla's imposter syndrome intensified when she got her first comedy writing job.
- Going from a temp to a TV show writer made her feel like a fraud.
Faking It
- Bianca Harris challenges the "fake it till you make it" advice for those with imposter syndrome.
- Pretending exacerbates the feeling of already being a fraud, although allowing time to improve can be beneficial.
Imposter Syndrome Definition
- Imposter syndrome involves a disconnect between objective evidence of success and internal self-perception.
- Despite external validation, individuals with imposter syndrome struggle to accept their accomplishments as genuine.