Dealing with Imposter Syndrome as a designer. How to move past this?

Imposter syndrome, or the feeling of not being good enough, is something that many people in creative fields struggle with. It's also a very common phenomenon among designers. Whether you have imposter syndrome or not, here's how to understand what it is and how to deal with it.

What is imposter syndrome?

Imposter Syndrome occurs as result of low self-confidence and/or feelings of being out of place in your environment.

It can happen to anyone, even those who have high levels of experience and skill.

Imposter syndrome usually occurs in situations where the individual feels like they don’t belong or are not good enough for the job they are doing. Don't be alarmed if you are experiencing imposter syndrome.  Sometimes, this can actually be beneficial giving you a fresh take on new ideas.

How do you deal with it?

When you're feeling like an imposter, it can be hard to know where to turn. Here are some ways to address the situation:

• Talk with a colleague. In this case, it's best if you have someone who knows your work well and is willing to listen. Don't try to hide what's going on—it'll only make things worse if you do! Instead of giving them the full story (which might seem overwhelming), explain that something has been bothering you lately and ask for their advice on how best to deal with it. They may not fully understand what's gotten under your skin just yet, but they can help provide guidance as they learn more about your situation.
• Talk with your boss or manager about your concerns; they probably don't want anyone in their team feeling stressed out or uncomfortable at work! The key here is not so much telling them all of the details but rather explaining that there's something going on in general terms so they understand where this worry comes from (e.g., "I've been having some issues lately that aren't impacting my ability but are still making me feel overwhelmed"). Once again: don't go into too much detail right away; instead let them know how much support/reassurance would mean right now as opposed to sharing all of the details upfront which might come across as overwhelming for them too (and could lead them trying too hard). This conversation should help everyone move forward together towards resolving these issues in due time once everyone gets back on track after taking care of themselves first—so relax!

How can you move past Imposter Syndrome?

• Believe in yourself.
• Get involved in the design community.
• Learn from the people around you.
• Ask for feedback.
• Remember that everyone has their own challenges

Your work is amazing.

It can be hard to believe, but you are capable of great things. You have unique skills and a unique perspective that the world needs. You are valuable, and your work is valuable too.

If you find yourself struggling with imposter syndrome, remember that the only person that feels like they don't deserve their success is the one that doesn't think they're capable of it in the first place.