Imposter Syndrome is actually and originally called Imposter Phenomenon, and that is because it's an observation backed by research versus a syndrome.
Imposter phenomenon is rooted in someone feeling that recognition or promotion or a special invitation or award as part of that recognition—that it's a fluke… a single unique moment in time when someone accomplished what they did, not because of internal factors like how smart they are or how experienced they are and how truly capable they are-- as everyone else sees them, but because of external factors like luck or timing or effort provided for that one thing that they are being recognized for that one time.
Humility is different. That's your ability to receive recognition and achievement with gratitude while also being generous those who influenced and contributed to your achievement.
You're not denying or questioning your achievement though, nor are you contemplating whether you deserve it.
You're accepting it in a way that shows you don't take it for granted, but you do accept it. With imposter phenomenon, people feel distressed because their perception of their work—their success—is so different from others' perception of the same work.
Episode 6 answers, How do I know the difference between feeling imposter feelings or humility? Dropping on 5/8!!
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