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Snippet 28: How To Finally Beat Imposter Syndrome - Dr Alex George
Nov 28, 2023
Dr Alex George, best-selling author and Youth Mental Health Ambassador, explains why our brains are negatively biased and how to deal with imposter syndrome. Learn how to overcome imposter syndrome by gaining perspective and finding evidence to counteract feelings of inadequacy.
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- The human mind is negatively biased due to an evolutionary purpose of self-preservation, leading to imposter syndrome in modern society.
- To overcome imposter syndrome, realizing that everyone feels like an imposter at times and seeking evidence for both imposter feelings and evidence to the contrary can be helpful.
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The negative bias of the human mind
The human mind is negatively biased as a protective mechanism. Our brains have not changed much in thousands of years, leading to a fixation on negative thoughts and worries. This mindset, known as the negativity bias, has an evolutionary purpose of self-preservation. However, in modern society where immediate threats are less common, this bias can lead to imposter syndrome and hinder personal growth.
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