Imposter Syndrome vs Self-Doubt: What It Really Is (And Why It Matters)

Imposter Syndrome vs Self-Doubt: What It Really Is (And Why It Matters)

From Confidence Conversations by Gayle Tong

June 10, 2026 · 47 min · Season 4 · Episode 8

About this episode

The episode discusses the differences between imposter syndrome and self-doubt, exploring its implications and management strategies.

In this episode, we turn the tables a little bit. Patrick Brownlee-Smith steps in as the host and puts me in the hot seat to discuss one of the most talked-about, and often misunderstood, topics: imposter syndrome. We explore what imposter syndrome really is, and just as importantly, what it isn’t. We talk honestly about the difference between imposter syndrome and self-doubt, why the term has become so popular, and how it actually shows up in day-to-day behaviour. I also share some of the research behind it, along with practical ways to start managing it in a more helpful, realistic way. …………. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜 Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ ………. Check out the incredible work of Dr Valerie Young https://impostorsyndrome.com/ Check out the Confidence Conversations Episode with Patrick https://youtu.be/5x4Q9FygxYU

People in this episode

Host: Gayle Tong

Guest: Patrick Brownlee-Smith

Topics covered

  • imposter syndrome
  • self-doubt
  • mental health
  • personal development
  • behavioral psychology

Keywords

  • imposter syndrome
  • self-doubt
  • mental health
  • behavior
  • personal growth

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Organizations: Enrichment Coaching

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