Imposter Syndrome 4 P's
Famous People
Movies
100

Setting extremely high standards and being overly critical of oneself, often leading to self-doubt and fear of failure.

Perfectionism

100

 "When I was younger, I just did it.  I acted.  It was there.  So now when I receive recognition for my acting, I feel incredibly uncomfortable.  I tend to turn in on myself.  I feel like an imposter... It was just something I did" (A famous Harry Potter actress)

Emma Watson

100

Not the "One".    Feeling unable to see his own potential.  "There is no spoon!"                                                                                                                

The Matrix

200

Plagued with self-doubt and feeling inadequate, leading to self-criticism and indecisiveness

Paralysis

200

I still have a little [bit of] imposter syndrome, it never goes away, that you're actually listening to me.  It doesn't go away, that feeling that you shouldn't take me that seriously.  What do I know?"  (The spouse of a historic president)

Michelle Obama

200

The chosen one.  Loves dumplings and noodles.  Almost gives up his dreams feeling he was chosen by accidents.  There are no accidents!

Kung-Fu Panda

300

Fear that others will discover your weaknesses and question your competence.                                    

People Pleasing

300

"No matter what we've done, there comes a point where you think, 'How did I get here?  When are they going to discover that I am, in fact, a fraud and take everything away from me?'" (Life is like a box of chocolate)

Tom Hanks

300

Struggling to be the best ballerina, her work drives her to madness.                                                                                                                                             

Black Swan

400

Putting things off intentionally or habitually or wasting time that you could be investing in something meaningful.

Procrastination

400

"Today I feel much like I did when I came to Harvard Yard as a freshman in 1999.  I felt like there had been some mistake, that I wasn't smart enough to be in this company, and that every time I opened my mouth I would have to prove that I wasn't just a dumb actress!" (Thor's love)

Natalie Portman

400

He says yes to everyone, no matter what the request is.  Sometimes, better can be good's "enemy" and not all opportunities should be taken.

Yes Man

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