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142. The curse of being an overachiever
The Psychology of your 20s
The Relationship Between Imposter Syndrome and Overachieving
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Imposter syndrome, the constant sense of doubt about your skills and accomplishments, is closely related to overachieving and can lead to burnout. Claire Jossa identifies the Four P's of Imposter Syndrome: perfectionism, people pleasing, paralysis, and procrastination. Overachievers often experience a dangerous cycle of pushing themselves too hard, leading to exhaustion and self-doubt. Taking time off is not enough to cure burnout. Imposter syndrome and burnout can leave overachievers feeling lost and completely exhausted.
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