Stoic Coffee Break 166 - Imposter Syndrome
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Mar 25, 2019 The podcast discusses Impostor Syndrome and encourages questioning societal criteria when pursuing new skills or careers. It explores defining oneself based on personal choice, perseverance, and accepting skill level may not match aspirations. It also provides strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and achieve personal growth and success.
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Self-Definition
- Take ownership and declare yourself a practitioner of your chosen field.
- You have the power to define yourself, except in credentialed professions.
Origin of Imposter Syndrome
- Fear of others' opinions often fuels imposter syndrome.
- We set our own proficiency standards, not external judges.
The Bob Ross Approach
- Bob Ross's philosophy was: if you paint, you're a painter.
- Embrace the act of creation; labels are secondary.