#422: How to Win Against Imposter Syndrome

    How to win Against Imposter Syndrome   PODCAST #422     Imposter Syndrome is an expression of insecurity in which we are so preoccupied by what people think of us that we feel like frauds doing what we are doing. Imposter syndrome consumes you with self-doubt, overthinking and feelings of being unqualified. Often people who struggle with this put a tremendous amount of pressure on themselves and are always looking for external affirmation or qualifications to provide internal validation. This episode explores the Imposter Syndrome internal voice and teaches you how to start evicting it from your self-talk. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/422   In this episode of The Confidence Podcast we're talking about:  It's your thoughts that make you feel like an impostor, so breaking the syndrome is less about making you feel more qualified and more about thinking better quality thoughts. Why caring too much what people think is what is making you feel so insecure and struggle with all of the overthinking you're doing about impostor syndrome3 simple things I do to fight off impostor syndrome that really work      REVIEW OF THE WEEK   Invaluable Tool for your Toolbox EMJEssentials I'd heard about the podcast for a year years but it wasn't until a few weeks ago when I made time to listen. Wow- blown away! Trish almost always addresses the very things I’m wrestling with and uses the words and concepts that have made changes in my thoughts. I took time to join the College of Confidence and have been encouraged in my personal struggles and professional challenges by Trish and that community. We all need a toolbox to get through this life - this podcast is that really awesome multi-tool that addresses so many problems we contend with privately and publicly. Thanks, Trish for sharing your gifts!      THANK YOU: PATRONS   Just some special love and deep gratitude your way for how you support the show. You are a small and mighty group and each and every one of your contributions feels like a big, warm, wiggle hug. Thank you.   Want to be part of the people who help keep this show going? Consider becoming a patron. Just go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast   Better Quality Thoughts, Better Quality of Confidence   Planning for the new year - your thoughts are everything. It's time to start trusting the thoughts you choose to think on. The quality of your thoughts determines the quality of your life.  Go deeper on how to change how you think by listening to episode #420, How to Change the Way You Think(www.trishblackwell.com/420) or by enrolling in my online group coaching program The College of Confidence. (www.collegeofconfidence.com)   Quotes on Thoughts   “If you realized just how powerful your thoughts are, you would never think a negative thought.” Anonymous“Overthinking is the biggest cause of unhappiness.” Anonymous“We are a product of our thoughts.” Scottie Waves“Thoughts have energy. Make sure your thoughts are positive and powerful.” Anonymous“Thoughts become things.” Mike Dooley"Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will never go any higher than you think.” Benjamin Disraeli“You only have control over three things in your life, the thoughts you think, the images you visualize, and the actions you take.” Jack Canfield“Your life is a reflection of your thoughts.” Anonymous“You are not a helpless victim of your own thoughts, but rather a master of your mind.” Louise Hay   SPONSORSHIP NOTE: BETTERHELP   Is there something interfering with your happiness? Have you been wanting to start counseling, but not know where to look or start?  BetterHelp will assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist. You get to connect in a safe and private online environment - it's so convenient, and of course confidential. Once you sign up you can start communicating in under 24-hours. Y'all,