Socialization Shapes Self-Perception

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In the 1970s, women experienced higher instances of imposter syndrome due to societal conditioning that promoted humility and self-doubt, in contrast to men's encouragement to be confident and celebrate accomplishments. This disparity was compounded by the scarcity of women in prestigious academic and professional roles, leading to a perception of their success as unexpected and accidental. Additionally, family dynamics during childhood played a crucial role, with women often categorized as either high achievers within their families or as sensitive individuals who were not encouraged to stand out. Thus, imposter syndrome is deeply rooted in early socialization and family experiences.

We have found some pretty amazing ways to observe human behaviour and from it, discovered some especially interesting things about how we operate, who we are at our core, our irrational beliefs and so much more. In today's episode, we break down five of my favourite psychology studies of all time from jam, to mental escapism and binge watching TV, how many friends we actually need, the healing power of nature and the origins of imposter syndrome. Listen now!

Study One: The Stanford Jam Experiment

https://faculty.washington.edu/jdb/345/345%20Articles/Iyengar%20%26%20Lepper%20(2000).pdf

Study Two: In your 20s it's quantity, in your 30s its quality

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-10764-001

Study Three: Loneliness, Escapism, and Identification With Media Characters

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.785970/full

Study Four: The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women

https://www.paulineroseclance.com/pdf/ip_high_achieving_women.pdf

Study Five: Effects of Coastal Environment on Well-being

https://www.walshmedicalmedia.com/open-access/effects-of-the-coastal-environment-on-wellbeing-jczm-1000421.pdf

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