The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women - Why Capable People Suffer from the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It

Valerie Young

Key Facts and Insights from the Book:

  1. Impostor Syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where successful and capable individuals doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud".
  2. Impostor Syndrome is not gender-exclusive, but the book focuses on women due to the unique societal and cultural pressures they often face.
  3. The syndrome can lead to stress, anxiety, low self-confidence, and even depression.
  4. Impostor Syndrome is often the result of perfectionism, where individuals feel like they have to excel in all areas of life, often setting unrealistic expectations for themselves.
  5. Impostor Syndrome can be triggered...

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