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We’re All Imposters in a World That Profits from Insecurity
How cultural paradoxes keep us trapped in imposter syndrome
One of the best ways to face the impending doom of self doubt and imposter syndrome — if you battle with such plagues — is to become a creative freelancer.
It’s like throwing yourself to the wolves, or into the deep end of a pool without a float.
There is no better way to address the looming, and pestering voice of uncertainty, doubt and reticence within you than to work for yourself. I would know, I took the plunge just over a year and a half ago, and have since been relishing its bitter medicine.
The medicine has shown me that no one will place value on your work until you do. No one will even know your work or why it matters until you make a case for it.
You single handedly have to show people that you not only are not an imposter, but you are very much worth their time, money and attention.
It’s terrifying. And wildly rewarding.
There are over 20 million results on Google for “Imposter Syndrome.”
In other words, every day, millions of frauds look up their fraudulent behavior. Like a virus, they begin to notice the symptoms:
