Imposter syndrome, we\u2019ve all heard the term. It\u2019s become one of those \u2018wellness, self-help\u2019 terms. \u00a0It seems everyone has experienced it at some point or another. The question then remains when we are doubting ourselves and our ability or feeling like we\u2019ll never succeed how do we keep going?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s so easy to get stuck in the slump. It\u2019s a vicious cycle especially when we aren\u2019t seeing the results we want when we want them.\u00a0 Our mindset and life condition get weak. We start feeling the \u2018I\u2019m not enough\u2019 or\u2019 I\u2019m a fraud, narrative.\u00a0 With the over-saturation of information and so much flying at us on social media, it\u2019s easy to feel like we\u2019re never doing enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a huge obstacle for me. Whatever the label it all comes down to it’s simply the battle against self-doubt.\u00a0 So much is related to ideas we have developed over the years.\u00a0 The questing then becomes does this thinking apply today or to this situation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For me, it\u2019s important to remember the answer is NO. Mastering our minds is easier said than done, but it Is possible. Doubt is just a part of life. How much energy and attention we give the doubt is up to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What has been most beneficial is staying focused on the purpose of my work and what is the desired result. This often redirects the angst into action. As we have frequently discussed, action is everything. No matter how much doubt I may be feeling, if I can just put it in a box, I visualize putting the doubt in a box and shutting the lid tight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The result is a sense of relief that things are again moving. The doubt may still be there but its hold on me is diminished. It\u2019s important to note that with every victory often arises a new hurdle.\u00a0 This is proving true with the recent release of my award-winning feature film \u2018Amy\u2019s Victory Dance.\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now that the film is out, we have a huge list of goals to reach including reviews, shares, and media opportunities.\u00a0 At times it seems overwhelming or downright \u2018impossible.\u2019\u00a0 As Susie Moore, my coach and business mentor reminds me, what a privilege it is to feel \u2018overwhelmed.\u00a0 At the end of the day, this means things are moving.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The doubt about my ability or achievement, and the sense of lack rather than abundance are simply old thinking habits that no longer serve.\u00a0 The job now is replacing it with a sense of joy, wonder, and trust. If you\u2019re like me and impatient then this is an important life lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some months back I caught an Instagram live questing of former Oprah Winfrey producer Sheri Salata.\u00a0 A woman had asked how to get out of a \u2018slump.\u2019\u00a0 She simply responded, why waste time in a slump? So, when the doubt comes in, as it inevitably will, take a breath and acknowledge it and say, \u201cno thank you.\u201d We have enough pain and suffering happening in our world. We don\u2019t need to inflict any more on ourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay connected to your mission. Be willing to be uncomfortable. This means you are doing everything RIGHT. Let yourself relish in the victories. It feels a heck of a lot better than wallowing in the misery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Never underestimate the power of your life. You are WINNING!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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