Imposters

Dr. Valerie Young identified five primary ways this phenomenon manifests:

Getting "stuck" when a task feels too important. Imposters

An imposter is someone who knowingly falsifies their identity—such as name, rank, or profession—to gain an advantage. Imposters

Imposter Syndrome is the internal feeling of "intellectual phoniness". It affects an estimated 70% of people at some point in their lives, causing them to attribute their wins to luck rather than skill. 2. The Five Types of Imposter Syndrome Imposters

Feels they must accomplish everything alone. Asking for help is seen as a sign of failure.

Tries to excel in every role (parent, partner, worker). Falling short in any area causes deep shame. 3. The "Four P’s" of Imposter Behavior