3 Reasons Why Sensitive Strivers are Prone to Imposter Syndrome
Picture it: you’ve just been given great feedback after completing a challenging project.
What’s your reaction?
Do you:
A. Soak up the praise. After all, you’re smart, capable, and you’ve worked hard. You deserve every compliment coming your way. You can’t wait to get started on the next project.
Or…
B. Shrink from the attention. You’re convinced that it was a fluke and that you’re a one-hit-wonder. You shift the praise onto co-workers, even though you carried the team. And the next project? How on earth are you going to hit that level of success twice in a row?
Since you’re here, you’re probably a Sensitive Striver. This means you almost certainly recognized yourself in option B. It might not be your reaction 100% of the time, but you’ve certainly been there.
Option B encompasses all of the hallmarks of imposter syndrome.
What is Imposter Syndrome?
Imposter syndrome put simply, is that sensation of being a fake or a fraud despite your accomplishments. It causes you to constantly question your capabilities. As a result, you live in fear of being exposed for not knowing enough or not being qualified enough for your…
