Feeling like an imposter is exhausting – emotionally, psychologically and even physically. Constantly being worried that you will be found out as a fraud and never feeling good enough – even though in reality you are good or event great at what you do – takes its toll. No wonder so many people ask me if I have found a ‘cure’ for imposter syndrome.
Author: Maryam Pasha
Maryam's work specialises in designing unique and innovative experiences and events to communicate ideas to new audiences – especially around social issues like immigration and women’s rights, but also in the fields of technology, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.
One of the fears of many people with imposter syndrome – including me – is that we are not superstars. I often feel like only superstars will make a difference in the world and that only superstars are valued in the work place.
I was asked to give a talk at TEDxUCLWomen 2015 about imposter syndrome. It was a brilliant experience and my first time talking about my own experiences in public.