Definition of «imposter syndrome»
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"Imposter syndrome" refers to an internal psychological experience of doubting one's accomplishments and having a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud. Despite evidence of their competence, individuals experiencing this often believe they don't deserve their success or that they only achieved it through luck. It is particularly common in high-pressure academic or professional environments where individuals compare themselves to their peers. The term has become a staple of internet discourse regarding mental health and self-improvement, often used to validate feelings of inadequacy.
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> Even though I got the highest grade in the class, my imposter syndrome makes me feel like I just got lucky.
> We need to talk more about how imposter syndrome affects people in the creative industry who never feel like their work is good enough.
> Hearing my favorite artist talk about his own imposter syndrome made me feel so much better about my own career doubts.
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