What is Imposter Syndrome & How Can Creatives Overcome It?
Imposter syndrome is a phenomenon where one doubts their success and has a constant fear of being revealed as a “fraud”. It’s normal as a creative to experience imposter syndrome and it’s usually an indication that you’re pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. When you feel like an imposter, you may think that your success is a result of luck and not hard work. You may also feel as if you tricked people into thinking that you’re smarter than you actually are. Approximately 70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their lives. Those in a creative field are even more likely to feel like an imposter no matter how many accolades they receive for their amazing work. As an artist, it’s easy to doubt yourself when your best work is judged by subjective standards. You may find yourself working tirelessly on a masterpiece, trying to prove
