5 Types Of Imposter Syndrome

How can you beat imposter syndrome?
Here are 5 steps:

1.    Take your journal

2.    List at least five achievements from the last two years.
For example:
→    I completed a challenging project

3.    Now it’s time to reflect.
“Uhm, reflect on what?”
Well, reflect on your role.
“Uhm, my role?”
Yes, your role! You’ve played a crucial part in those achievements, right?
“Well, of course!”

Great! So take some time and, for each achievement, do this:
→    Write a brief paragraph.

“Uhm, okay, and what do I have to write?”
Great question!
Make sure to describe your contribution and effort in each achievement.
And be as specific as possible.

For example, some points in your description could be:
→    I kept all my teammates aligned
→    I meticulously planned and executed each phase
→    I demonstrated my strong problem-solving skills
→    I adapted my strategy during a challenging period
→    I delivered the project two days in advance and received great feedback

Okay? Are you with me?
You just need to write a brief paragraph.
60-70 words are enough.
And you’re gonna do this for all five achievements.

4.   Now that you have 5 achievements and 5 descriptions, do this:
→    Turn them into 5 positive affirmations.
For example it could be:
→    “I was in charge of a diverse team and we pulled it off! My leadership and communication skills really came through.”
Just make sure your affirmations convey positivity.

5.    Now that you have 5 affirmations, do this:
→    Set in your agenda 2-minute slot daily
And guess what? What are you gonna do in that minute?

That’s right! Exactly what you are thinking!
→    You’re gonna repeat 1 affirmation a day
So,
→    Monday:      Affirmation 1
→    Tuesday:      Affirmation 2
→    Wednesday:  Affirmation 3
→    Thursday:     Affirmation 4
→    Friday:          Affirmation 5
→    Saturday:       Affirmation 1
→    Sunday:         Affirmation 2
And so on.
You’re simply gonna repeat that affirmation and focus on it.
Just 2 minutes a day.

But here’s the magic:
→    You’re gonna repeat it in front of a mirror every morning
→    You’re gonna visualize the associated achievement you got
→    You’re gonna remember the skills and qualities you possess

Now your question is:
→    “Okay, for how many days?”
Well, there is no magic number here.

Stay consistent for 90 days and something really magic will happen.