Most people pleasers bend and contort themselves to please others because of three key beliefs...🙏 They fear they aren't good enough and are seeking approval and validation or🙏 They fear they don't belong so they change themselves to "fit in" or🙏 They are scared that they are unlovable so they please others to avoid rejection, … Continue reading Three reasons you’re a people pleaser
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Overcoming self-doubt when ice climbing
“Let’s do this cool gully,” said Richard, discussing the Sunday adventure plans in the Lake District, while sizing up his crampons and ice axes. We were still in the cosy confines of the hut, nursing hangovers and savouring strong coffee, yet I was absolutely terrified of climbing a wall of ice with just some spikey … Continue reading Overcoming self-doubt when ice climbing
Do you have imposter syndrome?
So it transpires that I have a condition called imposter syndrome. No I’m not pretending to be a superhero who wears their underpants on the outside. And I’m definitely not an undercover spy, and I can’t claim to be royalty. Nope, imposter syndrome, as it turns out, is a condition where the sufferer feels like … Continue reading Do you have imposter syndrome?
How to conquer self-doubt: Stop making excuses
I have become quite adept at making excuses as to why I can’t do things: “I can’t go to the gym because I’m too tired.” “I don’t want to go out after work because it’s too cold or I haven’t got anything nice to wear.” “I can’t climb that mountain because I’m not fit enough … Continue reading How to conquer self-doubt: Stop making excuses
Experiencing self-doubt
Almost a year ago I quit my editor’s job to go freelancing. That was a big decision; it was tough. But equally it was liberating. And now I can’t imagine having to step foot in an office everyday, let alone share a commuter train twice a day with stressed-out lemmings. But this almost-year of freelancing … Continue reading Experiencing self-doubt