One thing no one told you about the imposter syndrome | Christina Whittaker | TEDxAlpharettaWomen

[@bunnysunny27]

I was just fired from my job yesterday and felt like "it was just a matter of time before they find out I wasn't supposed to be there anyway," But then I watched this talk. I feel my perception shifting to hopefulness. Although it did not work out in the past, I will discover the path I am meant to follow. I loved when Christina Whittaker said, "hope is a major driver of future potential."

[@Happiness379]

I hope you’re doing better. I totally relate with you. Most of my whole work life is like this. I’m in the midst of looking for another job again.

[@georginadelpino5104]

Yesterday I found the same TAlk on TED TALKS with Christina Whittaker. It called my attention this approach of HOPE. I shared it with some of my students of English that don't feel self-confident...or that feel like "Impostors" even if they are highly prepared professionals, or when a person feels to be in "the murky middle"

[@lakshanya219]

"Beneath the facade of success, I felt like I was actually being imprisoned." Hit hard.

[@queenmosessoul]

I’m trying to heal the unknown middle right now. And I’m going with spiritual guidance for my success. But what I’m realizing is the core issue is “emotional fulfillment” but the challenges is finding what fulfills you emotionally. I appreciate this

[@carospereman3537]

On behalf of women struggling with imposter syndrome, thank you for doing vid and shedding light on this very important subject.

[@rjflores438]

Try being a man who isnt extremely high status in a Western Country and not having imposter sydrome when speaking to a "career woman" who you are interested in dating. Hard to not have imposter syndrome there.

[@vapourtrail6767]

I was watching the other Ted talks about imposter syndrome and I’m like this doesn’t describe my situation I feel capable I feel skilled I know what I want to achieve but I don’t know how to get there! Bravo this was wonderful thank you for putting a voice to such an illusive issue.

[@lilylovedchild]

Wow this is so illuminating. I used to always feel a sinking feeling when people would ask me about my job, and then I started questioning why that was. There is an imposter syndrome aspect to it for sure. I was worried they would ask questions I was unable to answer, believing I’m not intelligent enough when it comes to my field. But more than that, it is an intuitive feeling that the work I am doing is not in line what my heart wants. If i wanted to, I could do better in my current career. I could pour myself into it, but the passion is missing for me to intentionally do that. My career has been very useful and beneficial to me so I am extremely grateful for it, but it does not fulfill my soul. I think the murky middle is telling my conscience this is not what I want, and pushing me to hope for something more 🥺

[@tr1ckster726]

Wow this 10000%

[@cbthomasryancostora9592]

😢😢😢

[@AmH_.]

It is like you are writing about me. I couldn't write this better about myself!

[@rashidaselise928]

Fantastic language given to this crippling concept - WOW! "The Murky Middle" Bravo!

[@carmendrummond7321]

I love this, I know so many professionals can relate. That murky middle is no joke! It’s important to have fulfillment!

[@brianrockford703]

Exactly!

[@lindsayjablanovec57]

THIS. This is what I'm currently dealing with. I've jumped jobs a few times over the years, recognizing this while also not at the same time. I've said to myself "I've grown as much as I can here," but not really realizing that it is also a situation of me not being utilized as much as I can, and not being challenged enough either. Thank you for making this talk!

[@dome6356]

You just gotta stop being sus

[@YesThatPrettyGirL]

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for this. I recently completed my MBA-HCM and have been a medical professional for over 18 years now, but, I am finding myself once again suffering from this horrific self sabotaging condition. The one thing I will never forget while walking my God-given path of life is gratitude and HOPE. Much love ❤️ and HOPE 🙏

[@susankaruw]

I did not know that I had the imposter syndrome but I knew and would self sabotage to bring people to my 'truth'. Learning this has take a load off me.

[@CherriesJubilee]

Wow, this is so me...I have found myself in the wrong room for most of my professional life. This was just the talk I needed to hear at just the right time.

[@i_am_esol]

My God! This lady just gave my feelings a name “The Murky Middle” thank you so much Christina!!

[@Klx2023]

Loved this talk and LOVE her outfit. Thank you for the realness and the tools. But also, leave us a link for the fit, sis!!

[@csjohns173]

Enjoyed this presentation. Down to earth, relatable and inspiring ❤

[@elisabethjones4917]

The murky middle.... I'm definitely learning towards this and not simply imposter syndrome.

[@minacosta258]

God is a woman. Thank you so much for this amazing talk. ❤️❤️❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@infectedN8]

so this basically confirms that feeling as in the wrong room all the time is basically the truth. Not the answer I was looking forward but at least i am not surprised

[@yvettewhittaker5766]

Thank you for this talk! It was so clear. I love that you noted that the murky-middle can be in your personal life, as well as your professional life. Learning to value yourself and being in the right space is so important!

[@Livelife_light]

Yes, this is what is me! So many times it has occurred in my school days; and those cycles of anxiety year after year, was still okay...because I was growing. I knew, I had vision, and that activity was possible for me; and I will flourish very well in it; yet that feeling of incompetence that it was not aligned to my purpose, did not lead me to succeed. I faced it severely, when I finally felt living my purposeful life; something I so dearly loved; but then the spiraling started - felt it was not my purpose (though I was awesomely rewarded/awarded/credited for living my purpose everyday; making progress everyday) - I walked out - believing that my purpose was something else. And then one more occasion - I passed out a very intense interview round for the job I wanted to do, loved to do (again aligned with my purpose) - but did not take up because all of a sudden this syndrome. For next 13yrs I accept and suffer a very mundane; average lifestyle. And once again, I rose up; not ready to let go of myself; I began to build a passion filled career/networking/community; yet again the spiral started...(ofcourse at lesser stage; because this time I could not leave the hope within me) - I have slowed down everything in my life; but this time not stopped myself. It was only 2 days ago, I found a term "Imposter Syndrome" to this experience....however it is related "Doubting Myself" for the purpose-filled life. Thank you so so much for letting me trippley aware of the new variant - MURKY MIDDLE

[@tahirabell]

This is an excellent talk! You articulate so well what I have experienced as an entrepreneur and offer a great approach to continue pressing forward. Thank you for such a powerful messge!

[@elegantbird8240]

Start the video at 5:00. My issue is that I suddenly started making $1000 a day and no one around me makes that kind of money. Im a Model. So no one allows me to enjoy anything about what I do. When she said, "it hit me. I was in the wrong room." How are you supposed to deal with 10,000 people a week saying they love you and going from poor, to the gates opening up on you. I feel GUILT. And that is something I don't know how to get rid of it.

[@theeXfactor]

Wow! That’s exactly what I have been feeling. The “murky middle”. Your so right. Hope is the best remedy to motivate you to move from the to pace of doubt to a your rightful place. Thanks for giving me clarity!

[@tomblackheart]

This is the best TED talk I have watched so far! I felt her words resonate in me, that was a truly inspirational talk. Thank you TED and Christina Whittaker for teaching me among other things, not give up, to work on my confidence and to remain hopeful. :)

[@georginadelpino5104]

El 22 de febrero encontré este canal y desde entonces tomé en mi oración al Sr. Gonzalo para que pueda pagar sus deudas y su trabajo vendiendo terrenos se multiplique y fructifique. También a la familia López, Iván López y Lucero quienes tienen tres niñas y deben afrontar la tarea de proporcionarles lo que necesitan para salir adelante en la vida. No puedo tomar todas las peticiones y necesidades pero sí a estas personas que no tengo el gusto de conocer, pero que Dios conoce y sabe qué necesitan. Un abrazo y me gustaría que publicaran Gonzalo, Iván y Lucero López, su testimonio.

[@BeaconOfLight-world]

Imposter 2.0 is the awakening

[@cindyoursler3535]

Oh gosh, finally confronting my imposter syndrome and feel like I had all 5 types of imposter syndrome 😬 Thanks for the reminder to hope 🙌🏻

[@maccathetracca]

Thank you, I needed to hear this. I’ve always felt as if I am destined for something great or a sense of calling and I now know this is “The murky middle” I recently applied for a job that closes next week, and is outside of my comfort zone, I will transform my thinking and lead with hope.

[@danielhama4558]

How can this woman exist. I came here looking for something to deal with my present brokenness and I really think i found it here

[@Hiitsmeurmom24]

I’ve been in med school for 3 weeks, I’m not sure if I have imposter syndrome but I’ve definitely doubted myself.

[@rggm-bl1xl]

Don’t. You can do it. You made it this far. Will it be easy? No. But you knew that. You can do it! Focus. Find your support folks. When you finish med school, come back and tell me you are starting your residency. Good luck, you got this!

[@czarinahcallejo3745]

This is the TRUTH..Thank you for sharing ❤

[@ItsCourtsWorld]

I am leading with Hope

[@CarlynOT-Coach]

Thanks for this great talk! It's so empowering when we can share our imposter syndrome stories, air them out and help others see that this is normal. I see my Imposter Monster as a talisman for growth. Anytime I'm stretching and growing, it shows up. I know it's going to tell me all kinds of lies to keep me small but I know I need to do the thing and grow when it shows up.

[@carolynortiz6087]

I just realized, not only do I have a major case of imposter syndrome in the workplace, but I’m also in the “murky middle.” My job is not my passion. As much as I would love to focus on my passion, it won’t pay the bills, not only because I would do my passion for free but also…it simply doesn’t pay 😢.

[@thejaneylbronson]

Great job, Christina!!! We love to see it. Definitely going to start leading with Hope and embracing the journey 💖

[@Meamia2010]

I'm struggling with very issue right now. Thank you I enjoyed the video.

[@mogullifestyle2218]

Wow! Thank you! This is exactly what I have been experiencing...imposter syndrome and possibly some murky middle

[@viviancovington7813]

Right on time. 😊❤

[@kimberlyrose5855]

Thank you sharing this valuable and needed information. Thank you for your detailed explanation of the "murky middle". Hope is what will keep you moving forward.

[@HappinessTheBrand]

Her point is...sometimes it's not imposter syndrome. Sometimes you're actually an imposter. Go be you.

[@darylejohlmor7511]

She wins on the show THE HUSTLER.

[@akadavis8340]

This was simply Profound and Beautiful...I so needed this Thank you so much.

[@victorpinasarnault9135]

This was powerful. Thank you.

[@charitybuchanan2047]

So good!!! Thank you.

[@BeautyWithTiffy]

You are INCREDIBLE - You hit the target; Great speech. I've had white men (just a few) not allow for me to grow, to have a voice and told me I knew how it was. white men needed to stay in power - they have to safe the world. I am a single parent. These few men not only shut the door on me, they spurred on other 'team' members to bully me at work.. These few men were misguided and live a life full of lies. They have NO hope for a brighter world for all. I cannot believe this video has less than 1K likes. Sharing this. Incredible, courageous speech - you are in your life path. Keep going!

[@reneeestrada4203]

I am both. I’m drowning.

[@WoundedWarrior77]

To be seen, heard and respected you have to develop quality of character.

[@itsmelissa__]

Character is not seen or heard. Many don’t care to respect you once they see youre a person of color and they’ve put you in a box in their little minds. 😊

[@kensworld4583]

This is so helpful. I am struggling to break back into the industry I have a degree in and I’m losing hope.

[@tr1ckster726]

Damn this hits so hard.

[@divolifevlog]

Great speech!

[@Sarah-uu3xc]

I have both imposter syndrome anddd murky middle 😅

[@lacoleslim]

Excellent ❤

[@paige_iaconelli3034]

They're not on a pedestal. They're normal, I'm the one severely lacking, and I believe the contrary to be a complete lie.

[@dome6356]

When the impostor is sus

[@justinagen7960]

wow!!!

[@justuniquedynamicshots3399]

🎉

[@glenns7091]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@ohmcharan3019]

Should i comment amogus or sus or would it be wrong?

[@ryancleland2335]

Amongus

[@amoronk]

🔥❤️❤️

[@blueskiesandgreenpasturesp3848]

Sounds like Imposter Syndrome for INFJ personalities.

[@maximillianphoenix9374]

As soon as a person of this demographic takes the stage the race card will be pulled out your just waiting for it people should count because they are valuable and contribute not just because of a skin colour as far as the subject matter that statistic of 70-75 is almost certainly an exaggeration more vague is 9 -89 figure I would submit that before it was bottled the terms green and or inexperienced just about covered it 🤔

[@hhgkktederr9o]

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