Finding freedom from self-doubt and imposterism | Jill Stoddard

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I welcome Dr. Jill Stoddard, a clinical psychologist and author of 'Imposter No More'. We dive deep into the concept of imposter syndrome, explore its evolutionary roots, and discuss various subtypes. Dr. Stoddard highlights the role of self-doubt and self-criticism in perpetuating these feelings and underscores the importance of psychological flexibility and self-compassion in overcoming them. From practical strategies for embracing discomfort to fostering a self-compassionate mindset, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone struggling with imposterism. Enhance your understanding and find actionable steps to cultivate a successful career free from the grip of imposter syndrome.TIME STAMPS:00:00 Introduction00:23 Meet Dr. Jill Stoddard01:59 Understanding Imposterism03:48 Evolutionary Roots of Imposter Syndrome06:00 Types of Imposterism11:19 Benefits and Costs of Imposterism18:52 Psychological Flexibility and Imposter Syndrome27:42 The Importance of Insight and Awareness28:39 Developing Psychological Flexibility30:26 Acceptance and Willingness32:36 Practical Exercises for Discomfort37:45 Understanding the Inner Critic41:06 The Role of Shame and Self-Compassion45:12 The Imposter Experience and Marginalization51:02 Final Thoughts and ContributionsTARGETED PLAYLIST LINK:Compassion in a T-Shirt: In SessionLINKS:Jill Stoddard's books mentioned in this episode:Imposter No More: Overcome Self-doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career (Stoddard, 2023) https://www.amazon.com.au/Imposter-More-Self-doubt-Imposterism-Successful/dp/1472148770The Big Book of ACT Metaphors: A Practitioner's Guide to Experiential Exercises and Metaphors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (Stoddard & Afari, 2014) https://www.amazon.com.au/Big-Book-ACT-Metaphors-Practitioners/dp/1608825299/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Also from Dr Jill Stoddard:Be Mighty: A Woman's Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance (Stoddard, 2020) https://www.amazon.com.au/Be-Mighty-Liberation-Mindfulness-Acceptance/dp/1684034418/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=If you would like to learn more about compassion focused therapy, you can find Dr Stan Steindl's book The Gifts of Compassion here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Gifts-Compassion-understand-overcome-suffering/dp/1925644480Say hi on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drstansteindlTwitter: https://twitter.com/StanSteindlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_stan_steindl/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-steindl-150a5264/Website: https://www.stansteindl.com/YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/av9BkCTyHKg*Affiliate Disclaimer:Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!Video hashtagsImposter syndrome, acceptance and commitment therapy, act, psychological flexibility, self-criticism, shame, compassion, self-compassion

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