Actress Ananya Pandey, who is on a high post the success of her new film CTRL on Netflix, has revealed her struggle with 'Imposter Syndrome'. Here's what it means:
Ananya Pandey said that she constantly seeks validation for the work she has done and sometimes feels like a “third person”
Imposter Syndrome is the constant feeling of self-doubt, though the person is successful
Such people tend to believe that they are “frauds” and are afraid of being exposed as “fake”
It often occurs in high-achieving individuals, who feel that their success is undeserved
Imposter Syndrome can increase anxiety and create burnout, which leads to decrease in performance
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome is a slow process
It involves journaling, positive self-talk, accepting compliments and positive feedback, and sharing your problem with someone close to you