Imposter Syndrome

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Websites & Videos

Websites & Worksheets

Imposter Syndrome Worksheet (PDF, Carepatron) 

This worksheet is designed to help you identify and challenge thoughts related to imposter syndrome.

I Am (Mobile app)

Building self-love and self-confidence is key in mitigating feelings of being an imposter. Self-affirmation apps such as these can be a good way to introduce these daily reminders into your routine.

Videos

The Imposter Syndrome Paradox

(TEDx, YouTube video)

Lisa and Richard Orbé-Austin, licensed psychologists and founders of Dynamic Transitions Psychological Consulting, offer tips for recognizing triggers and dealing with the imposter syndrome.

Imposter Syndrome: Why You Have It & How to Overcome It

(struthless, YouTube video) 

Struthless, a YouTuber, content creator, illustrator, and animator, speaks on his experience with imposter syndrome and how it has affected his mental health personally.

Chapman Learning Commons Resources

Related Toolkits

Reframing Learning Challenges

Academic challenges are fairly common experiences, and it may lead to feelings of being out of place. Learn how to reframe your mindset around these.

Growing Grit

Learn how to develop perseverance, define your goals, and embrace a growth mindset.

Personal Wellbeing

Managing a healthy and balanced lifestyle as a student can be tough. This toolkit covers a few of our personal tips on cultivating wellness.

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Learn some tips for maintaining your mental health and wellness while having a busy academic workload.

What I Would Do Differently If I Could Do University All Over Again by Lia

Read some reflections and advice from a previous upper-year student on life during university.

I Think I Can: Determining Your Self-Efficacy by Appu 

Many students often encounter a sudden lack of confidence in their abilities during university; thus, determining one’s self-efficacy is important.


Your Turn

Now you have learned several tools to approach feeling imposter syndrome. Take some time to ask yourself:

  • What is your biggest takeaway?
  • How did your perception of imposter syndrome change throughout the learning process?

Drop your comments below to tell us what you think!

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