How to Combat Imposter Syndrome?
Credit: Eutah Mizushim
As I shared previously, I only took up the UX course after contemplating for four years. In between this period, I did watch some videos on UX, but it wasn’t a priority. I thought that I wasn’t good enough to study UX because I am not good at designing. I didn’t have the confidence. I gave myself excuses like I didn’t have time or energy to study UX. I didn’t know that I had imposter syndrome. I didn’t even know that there was a name for this feeling.
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1. What is imposter syndrome?
So, what is imposter syndrome? Here’s a good video that explains imposter syndrome.
Imposter syndrome is not a disease or abnormality. Some of us might have gone through such phases in our life. We might not feel confident in these situations too. There’s no easy way to dismiss this feeling. As the video suggested, the best way to combat imposter syndrome is to talk to someone about it. Stay open-minded and communicate your challenges. There might be others who share the same feelings as you too. After all, we are all human.
2. How did I combat the imposter syndrome?
I was having a conversation with a friend of mine. He commented that if I wanted to change in career, I must focus on this one goal. I have always wanted to be in the design industry. I was interested in UX all this while. It has been in the back of my mind for these four years. Therefore, I decided to take the leap of faith and enrol on the course! I decided to be honest with myself. I don’t want to let fear lead my life. I know I will regret it if I continue to sit on my dream and not do anything about it.
Now, I felt better about myself. I am happy to be learning new skills. I am confident that I can complete this course.
At the end of the day, it’s great to have friends who trust your capability and push you in the correct direction. Talk about your challenges and stay open-minded. Sometimes, it takes time to find a solution that resonates with you. Trust yourself, trust the process.
x, Esther
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