Overcoming Self-Doubt
Kevin, a young assistant professor, grappled with self-doubt and imposter syndrome while navigating academia. Despite feeling inadequate, he worked hard to project an image of expertise and authority to prove his worth in a predominantly white environment.In this clip
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What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taken criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode "Heather Monahan - Top 50 Keynote Speaker & Best-Selling Author | How to Create Confidence" and the clip "Breaking the Silence"?
Were you worried at all about your professional standing when you started A Psychologists Guide To A Meaningful Life - Dr Julie Smith and this Embracing Imperfection?
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