“I suffer from a bit of impostor syndrome.” A powerful phrase Shakira used to answer the question of how she sees her achievements in retrospect. This, during his interview with Enrique Acevedo in the show ‘En punto’.
“I still don’t believe it, that I don’t think I’m capable or skilled, creative or smart, talented as they say I am. Maybe this little pathology motivates me to discover who I am and what I can give,” he finished in his answer.
However, while Shakira’s words may provide a brief introduction to what impostor syndrome is, many remain intrigued to learn more about this psychological phenomenon that affects seven out of 10 people worldwide, according to Santander Scholarship experts.
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“She changed everything for a man, even the accent”: Shakira becomes the target of criticism for the way he speaks in an interview with Enrique Acevedo
What is Shakira’s impostor syndrome?
People with impostor syndrome feel like they never rose to the occasion. They also cannot accept that they deserve what they got as a result of their work.
This disorder has different levels and can appear temporarily, as a result of some change in personal or professional life. But also, it can be prolonged and worsen over time.
It is a hidden fear and it is ideal to identify it and work on it, before it becomes an obstacle in professional development.
This is Enrique Acevedo: the Emmy-winning Mexican journalist who interviewed Shakira
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What are the profiles of impostor syndrome?
| PROFILE | CHARACTERISTICS |
|---|---|
| THE PERFECTIONIST | Those people who set their goals too high and always think they could have done better, even if they succeed. |
| SUPERHUMAN | They believe they need to work harder and harder, which can eventually damage their mental health and relationships with others. |
| NATURAL GENIUS | They assume that everything should go on the first try or smoothly and get frustrated when it doesn’t. |
| INDIVIDUALISTIC | They choose to do everything themselves and not ask for help from others for fear of their supposed incompetence being revealed. |
| EXPERT | They feel that they have not been honest and fear that they will be found out. |
What are the main symptoms of impostor syndrome?
On many occasions, people with great knowledge and professional skills are weakened and affected by this syndrome, according to the Clinical Institute of PsiqueFunciona.
There are many artists, doctors, journalists, teachers, among other professionals; who do not work in their field of work because of this syndrome.
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Source: Eluniverso
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