1. Self-Doubt: Individuals with imposter syndrome often doubt their own abilities and believe they are not as competent as others perceive them to be.
2. Attributing Success to External Factors: They may attribute their success to luck, timing, or the help of others, rather than acknowledging their own skills and hard work.
3. Fear of Failure: There is a deep fear of failure and a belief that any mistake or setback will reveal their incompetence, leading to feelings of shame and anxiety.
4. Overachievement: Some individuals with imposter syndrome compensate for their self-perceived inadequacies by working excessively hard or overachieving in order to prove their worth.
5. Discounting Success: Even when they achieve success, individuals with imposter syndrome may downplay their accomplishments, believing that they are not a true reflection of their abilities.
6. Constant Comparison: There is a tendency to constantly compare oneself to others, focusing on the achievements of others and feeling that they fall short in comparison.
7. Reluctance to Seek Help: People with imposter syndrome may be hesitant to seek help or delegate tasks because they fear being exposed as less capable.
8. Perfectionism: A strong desire to be perfect in every aspect of life or work, setting unrealistic standards for oneself and feeling a constant need to meet those standards.
9. Difficulty Internalizing Success: Difficulty internalizing and accepting praise or positive feedback, as they believe it is undeserved.
