Michelle Obama explains imposter syndrome

[@MissNancyLondon]

“Sometimes they don’t want you there even when they NEED you there” Girrrl 😩 So many truth bombs in this.

[@porschemcginnis2764]

That part

[@sawamichelle]

Truth bomb? What about that guy she thinks he doesn't belong? That guy can be me or you as well. :/

[@MissNancyLondon]

Michelle H those that she says don’t belong are those that have been put there out of nepotism or bro culture rather than through knowledge, hard work or merit.

[@merncat75]

@@MissNancyLondon Exactly

[@merncat75]

@@MissNancyLondon some, we all know, could have "paid" to be in that position. (Maybe not directly) but I'm sure you understand what I'm saying..

[@danielleminceywhite3431]

"You can't count on someone else to give you self confidence." I love this!!

[@louise-yo7kz]

So inspiring

[@nefelibata4190]

according to jp confidence is an illusion.

[@EMChantalG]

Me too

[@nikita7114]

”You belong. Practice a different set of messages.”

[@parisjames37]

Nikita Cherry yep! Change the radio station head. Positive self talk is powerful!

[@paballomolingoane2009]

"You can't count on someone else to give YOU the SELF confidence".

[@louisw4390]

But you sure can count on them to attempt to destroy it. LOL!!

[@julieelizabeth510]

100%! I got into the London School of Economics. I knew I could and would, was told I wouldn't. I always tell people you can.

[@missanonoymous7829]

Word! 💕

[@Crosse0002]

Congratulations 🥳

[@julieelizabeth510]

@@Crosse0002 Thank you.

[@radiantly_fatime]

Congratulations!

[@mimimomo1056]

Congrats..all the best ..go get your degree 💕.but go to the SOAS pub for the fun folks ;)

[@EMChantalG]

Imposter syndrome is destroying many people. Thank you for sharing this with us, beautiful Michelle.

[@Inkydee1976]

E.M. Chantal Gatore yes Michael the imposter should know all about what he’s talking abour

[@annwalsh8079]

MICHELLE AND BARRY SOETORO ARE THE IMPOSTERS! WAKE UP SHEEPLE!

[@TomCook-jw6ur]

E.M. Chantal Gatore yeah, a beautiful gut

[@carolmanning1333]

Obama was a community organizer in Chicago. Susan Rice coached him to run for the Presidency Susan and John Kerry funnelled him in. Same for Biden. Both fraudulent Presidency. Michelle was never elected to anything. Just a big mouth racist bring along with her husband. Look at her arrogant behavior Got rich at Americans expense

[@rawlawgirl]

So good. Bravo! I get it. I graduated law school at age 54, the eldest in my class and a woman. It never dawned on me that I was in the wrong place. This is how we women have to hold our on.

[@carmenseguridad7105]

Congrats! Such an inspiration.

[@sissyj822]

Raw LawGirl Awesome! Congratulations on graduating law school.

[@Zulaaadulis1]

Congrats!

[@shadevi]

Congrats! 👏🏽 I am happy for you!

[@mariatrejo3064]

Congratulations!!! 💕

[@briggittaraiford3585]

I listened to this and cried. Hits home

[@bobbybrown1389]

Every time she speaks it's words of wisdom I can use in my life

[@vincediesel307]

Bobby Brown ,Imagine how much better your life would be if you followed scripture and how you can use that in your life.

[@barbarakelly2744]

She so phoney and full of herself. Like what she says is gospel. Can't stomach listening to this female imposter. Michelle is a man.

[@joeheller7581]

Barbara Kelly a man? Go drink some water

[@AnnofAmerica]

He is not smart enough to be anything but an imposter himself.

[@s0a468]

@@barbarakelly2744 Take a nap, Barbara. Get some fresh air.

[@sindisessions]

"There are a lot of people who don't belong there"... It's him, sitting talking...

[@laurenmatal353]

Talking... Trying to convince people he belongs... While I'm over here working.... Using my actions to prove I belong!

[@TellitTay]

Lauren Matal yesss!!! 🙌🏾💜✨

[@nicholmom23]

Lauren Matal happens so often I can’t even put one singular face to it.

[@jmmanuelseale1203]

Right on target my friend!

[@jmmanuelseale1203]

@A Person Micheal ..u mean

[@shabadigash4512]

I feel blessed to be able to find this on recommendation. Like the universe is communicating to make me feel better.

[@lvluxegirl]

Omg I needed this. This gave me goosebumps as she was speaking. Preach. I can relate. I’ve worked hard. And if nothing else. Nobody can take away my experiences. And with that experience and age came wisdom and knowledge 🙏🏽

[@rhondab.3774]

So so so true!!! And the most important part of this message, to me, is don’t waste your time questioning if you belong just do the work at the table to fulfill the destiny and opportunities that you have created based on your unique abilities and talents. Thanks Michelle ❤️

[@TaluuTV]

Powerful message, Thank you Mrs Michelle Obama

[@morticia129]

WHY IS THIS WOMAN NOT PRESIDENT

[@werty580]

Because she doesn't want to be

[@pattyayers]

She has said many times she does NOT want to be

[@jmcast3195]

Because she is a man

[@atlantabrooklyngal]

@@jmcast3195 such an ugly spirit to say something like that when you know it's not true. There are always those looking to cut someone down, because of how small they feel inside. Fight that evil spirit within and you will be a wonderful human being.♥️

[@vincediesel307]

werty580 , it’s not that she doesn’t want to be, it’s because the deplorable‘s of the Country will not allow this country to become a Third World shit hole.

[@keithericbrinkley1428]

This was profound.

[@Mysicalgreenunicorn03]

Needed to hear this today. This woman is incredible.

[@carolpeyton1579]

He is so not incredible I don't know why you don't see straight through him

[@Mysicalgreenunicorn03]

White supremacist I see you. Pig

[@rebekahduke9477]

We see through you, Carol.

[@jessebotkin7899]

Freak show!!

[@TomCook-jw6ur]

Michael Politakis not a woman

[@donnaoliver3133]

Michelle Obama is seriously one of the most inspirational voices of our time. Love the interview!

[@joshuamichael4312]

Wow are you ever gullible. I'm sorry but you need to do some research on her and Barack actions, rather than their words. They're evil people who are putting on a show for the sheep.

[@miarrem]

@@joshuamichael4312 gee, wonder who you vote for. Heed your own words.

[@Sweetdification]

Haha exactly 👏

[@vincediesel307]

Donna Oliver , if you claim to be a Christian and don’t read the Bible, you’re not a Christian. If you were baptized by submersion and became a child of God you would read the Bible and study it. Scripture clearly outlines the role of Man and women . Everything else is encouraged by the devil.

[@normanalvarez5751]

Donna you don't get around much do you

[@dfwnovelista]

Thank you for putting an honest voice this truth, Mrs. O'bama.

[@KD-bo6mo]

Beautiful speach and so true. They don't belong there.

[@betsabepetit4567]

I related to much to this speech. I am a female hispanic physician and I have felt exactly what she said. Insecure about my knowledge or my accent. Just to realize that I am as smart or even more than my other colleagues. I try to infuse confidence to my kids and teach them that they are as smart and capable. Thanks Michelle!!

[@humilis42]

This message coming from her is even more valuable than any other motivational speech to women. I am passing it along to my daughter who wants to go into a male dominated field and has already started experiencing the imposter syndrome amongst a few of her classmates.

[@barberstylistjbri2745]

Remind her to keep Faith in Gods Vision and not her own!

[@AnnofAmerica]

He ought to know what an imposter is, he is one.

[@humilis42]

June Hall You should know what a troll is; never short of living up to you alls reputation.

[@jayrod9002]

Great move.

[@GreenePearl]

I work in software development and I feel this so often even though I would score top of the class. It was so empowering to me to discover that the first programmers were women!! I’m going to hang them on my wall so I can be reminded of it every day 😊 an amazing book on this and more is Invisible Women from Caroline Criado Perez. Good luck to your daughter!

[@lordcron]

I've always said 80 percent of the work you'll ever do is just showing up. Just being present......

[@esmediamond]

You’re one of those guys who don’t deserve to be there. Feeling like you belong there and just need to show up 😂😂

[@TheRubinator13]

I LOVE her natural hair so much more than when she used to straighten it. I hope she keeps it like that

[@mariamontis6922]

Natural? Ah Ah

[@karlahpeace8254]

Oh yeah i did not even notice that. Wow her hair is beautiful

[@garnet4945]

It's a weave.

[@sarahmavignierr]

Why is this not viral?! Her words are pure light!!

[@jayrod9002]

if it was bad, it would be viral. sometimes, positive message seem to go nowhere. and, folks don't always like the truth.

[@germainemedia]

I tried to like this a second time

[@jayrod9002]

Right on!

[@brothertn708]

Germaine Marryshow Cheater!

[@jessebotkin7899]

I don't know how you could sit through this a second time!?

[@FiercelyGold]

I'm starting a new job this morning and I really appreciate this video right now. Thank you

[@Lynellefurbush]

Thank you! Needed this 🤎💙

[@Tribunal1023]

This brought me to tears. I’ve never heard of imposter syndrome until now and she spoke to the core of me of why I felt inferior in meetings and amongst my colleagues. Being a woman of color I feel this often, esp at work. I grew up on the peripheral and trying to be out of the way. Now as a grown woman, at meetings Looking around and trying to pretend to be just as comfortable as everyone else, I often feel out of place and want to be quiet. Wow, just wow. Thank you Ms.Obama for reminding to appreciate my history and background and I have just as much to give as those around me. God bless you

[@HerElement]

The clarity this gave me is unreal.. " they were always told they belong" damn that shit hit... I have to still get up and shine and she will. This was a word Mrs. Michelle okayyy thank you boo

[@morountodun]

just about cried.... this is inspirational....

[@IevaKambarovaite]

This is the sign you've been waiting for ✨ ⬇️ Every single time you're listening to your imposter, every single time you're not showing up in the world, every single time you're holding back and not sharing your gifts and talents you're doing the biggest disservice not just to yourself, but also those who could benefit so much if you showed up. There's only one YOU!!! Please go out there and be your own kind of genius in whatever you do 💛 (I shall continue working on my chanel)

[@lifecoachthirl]

Thank for sharing! I needed to read this right now. 😊

[@CarmenGiggles]

Such a beautiful comment, thank you ❤️

[@acp2078]

Thank you 🤗 very encourging.

[@sachel.samone]

I just...her brilliance is just...my goodness. Thank you for this. It was SOOOOOOOO needed.

[@nedrawilliams6657]

First Lady Michelle Obama you are the best. So humble. We love you and miss you.💛

[@swamification]

Love Michelle Obama, such a powerful and brilliant woman. I miss her presence in the White House.

[@MzLetty101]

First Lady Michelle is so articulate and encouraging!

[@TomCook-jw6ur]

El Lete first man

[@rei_cirith]

I feel like I need to listen to this every morning before I go to work.

[@marluvs1909]

Awesome!! So true and so well put! Thanks for sharing!💕

[@claragomezb.7849]

This is SO important. Thank you. Thank you, ma’m.

[@ankavoskuilen1725]

I so wished I heard this when I was growing up! Thank you so much for this message!

[@Golden90960]

God she is just the truest queen ❤️

[@ksinatra928]

he

[@soph5669]

Lol

[@joshuamichael4312]

You're not hard to fool, hey?! Lmao

[@Sweetdification]

Why is it because A woman of color raises up against you demonic witches and warlords speaking Evil against this woman?!🙏✝️ But she has Isaiah 54 17 Non weapons formed against Gds people Shalt prosper and every tongue that raises Up against the righteous Shall be condemned in judgement ?! Sure jealousy is what you this is the heritage of the servants of the Lord and their righteousness is of me, have to But it's funny none of the Cacausian women receive the same evil ?! Look at a website Bull Sh**t Who believes that garbage? Lol 👏

[@pattyayers]

Linda Gautney - Oh my god, you poor, poor thing. Seek help.

[@BRANDNEW715]

I love her!!!!!! She's so transparent!!!!!

[@Kristy_cat]

I really needed to hear this today. I am preparing my thesis topic for my doctorate. It´s the end of my first year and writing this proposal, I keep losing my confidence and after a pep talk, I get my confidence back. I am American and doing a PhD in Spain in Spanish morphology. Nobody here has ever told me that I couldn´t do it but growing up I was always told I was not enough and I never would be. But, I am, I hope.

[@oneof7billion627]

You got this Kristy. I declare by faith you will soar like an eagle. No one or nothing will hinder you because God has given you victory over the enemies deception...I look forward to hearing your testimony soon.

[@oneof7billion627]

Be blessed with an anointing with ease.

[@ramelep]

*Powerful* From someone who really KNOWS

[@AnnofAmerica]

He does know from first hand experience.

[@ramelep]

June Hall who is the He you are referring to?

[@beccahollingsworth259]

I love your character you inspire people

[@janetmeils9641]

I loved what I could understand of this video... as a hearing-impaired person, closed-captioning would be MOST appreciated!

[@jay-s9y1c]

Outstanding speech as always.

[@SandraTillmansandratillman1]

I've watched this video a ridiculous amount of times ✔...We all know what Michelle just said is crippling for some and empowering for others whether we choose to admit it or not. I too have sat at a few tables where I'm sure people present felt I didn't belong. Still, I sat my little black butt there as if I was the ONLY ONE who DID belong there. I fully engaged in the conversation at hand no doubt causing some to wonder if THEY were imposters or if THEY belonged at that table instead! The bold confidence I have in myself stems from my refusal to feel any less than anyone else! I'm convinced showing up as your "authentic self" is nothing short of greatness in real time. Self-confidence is a secret weapon I will carry with me until the day I die. Michelle delivered that message like a true champion!!! 🎯

[@lakep7798]

❤❤❤‼️‼️‼️

[@roospooscreate]

This is how a First Lady is , positive , generous ,caring and inspirational.

[@13junior15]

Needed this 🤎

[@braziliangirl1982]

Brazilian girls and women need this. Please release closed caption. This needs portuguese subtitles.

[@punundrum1]

There is an incredible discussion by Reshma Saujani in addition to this incredible interview

[@DaddysGrl463]

I needed this so much! Thank you FLOTUS!

[@juanonmashin4293]

My neurodiverse son is amazing, he has excelled it in school, volunteers caring for the elderly, volunteers at non profit health centers caring for the underserved community, and he was recognized by the state assembly. Academic scholarships all that, and he feels they made a mistake.

[@unburriedtalents599]

Thank you I couldn't be in that room physically but you still invited me in virtually 💛🙏

[@tinakawooya3465]

Very powerful message 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@silentwalker3587]

Exactly. Very good analysis.

[@ankitarasaily1762]

Needed to hear this! Cannot thank her enough for being an anchor. Suffering from Imposter syndrome for the entire of my first semester and I just cannot take that baggage with me to the next semester. 😭 got to beat this one!

[@tchatchatcha1]

Thank you 😊

[@aniokay]

♡♡♡♡ This is so important ♡♡♡♡ Thank you Michelle. I needed it.

[@stillhere95]

Just want to thank youtube for putting this on my recommendation.

[@TheExWife]

She's right about that other person is not going to give up their seat to make room for you. Working on my current job, I know there were women that felt I wouldn't make it as a permanent employee of a major health insurance company. Got offered the job within one month of being a temp and essentially became permanent after being there for 3 mos due to a delay in hiring. But nevertheless, the ppl that didn't think I would last or make it, left not long after I made it to a permanent position. I still prove to do the best job I can because I honestly love my work.

[@saulfrias9754]

@thinkHarder how do you get that from what they said?

[@VEROTHOMAS1]

Great message ! Trust and keep on for the best !

[@shay7058]

Powerful message thank you.

[@Hairitage2023]

It’s definitely a Victory when the moderator ask for input and you go against every negative voice shouting in your head and speak up!! Let’s all keep showing up and owning the moment!! Yessss Michelle we will keep “Becoming” !!

[@kamiaesanto]

Thank you!

[@ABSG7]

I wish she was an aunt of mine or something

[@cheriedeparis5000]

I understand that. But I'm glad that she's in a position to share her wisdom with all of us. Pray it leads to the transformation we need

[@jayrod9002]

Me too!

[@hopespringseternal7028]

A B uncle

[@Blu92777]

Needed this!

[@soundsofDallas]

Love you Queen!!! Thank you so much for this message ❤️🚀🚀🙌🏾

[@acwatkins19]

life changing message...Thank you so much

[@JN-go2yq]

I have felt like this my whole life. Now I work hard to help children feel accepted and know they are ok.

[@JMMMMP]

I needed to hear this..🙏

[@illanoiz1]

Wow....what a powerful message

[@Pathrissia]

MOREEE of this! Love it! Experiencing it at my new job atm

[@loouss5]

I NEEDED TO HEAR THIS TODAY

[@merladyneptune3908]

I love this Woman! Inspirational! So true what she said 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@missniki4890]

A lot of times, they don't even want you there, even when they need you there...👑

[@parasparo8716]

Oh my God what kind of lady u r I love u huge respect for u ... amazing, ur words giving me a strength.. love love 😊

[@TheDeborahPetersShow]

Comes from childhood programming and conditioning.

[@jayrod9002]

That's so true. Kids that struggle with this, were raised to believe something different. I'm glad she is speaking truth, and correcting a lot of wrongs.

[@LisaMosele]

I love this video so much that I have listened to it twice.👍 I am finally facing feeling like I am not enough and going for things anyway at 50 years of age. 💥

[@Christ_Is_Life10-10]

I love her. I could never understand people who say they dislike her. It has to be because she is intelligent, down to earth, and knows how to speak well in public. Black women aren’t supposed to know how to do that. She showed the world they were wrong!😊

[@sohyunlee1667]

So inspirational!

[@perfectlyimperfect6781]

This is just woww..!!

[@sandymyers3148]

thank you ❤️

[@sukilah1616]

Thank you

[@tatid6743]

Just...amen

[@kaminihaniff756]

powerful message. Love this.❤💗

[@TheLuckyOptimist]

Unbelievable woman!!!!!!! The LEGEND 🌟

[@twodogstudiomt]

Very prominent among adult children of alcoholics. 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@pinkvalentino]

Yes. Kids coming from the pathological homes in general.

[@katierojas8066]

Word

[@BahamaWynters]

@@katierojas8066 Yet, Michelle Robinson did not. She was speaking as a woman whose culture has been reduced to the past 400 years. That message is global and it comes from everyone who sees you as an impostor when in fact, it isn't true. In homes where children are not supported by family of any make-up; if that message is not conveyed, it becomes a maniacal wrench of the soul. So many people go through decades of life wondering why didn't I love myself more.

[@cristianemonteiro6452]

Wonderfull and inspired words.

[@g.s.632]

I'm here and I belong exactly to where I want to be 🙋🏻‍♀️💯♥️

[@NurseNessey]

Wait, she's 55 😮😮😮 WOW

[@roospooscreate]

She is older than Melania ,yet Melania looks older . Hateful people age quicker.

[@deborahmillette]

I’ve felt this imposter syndrome most of my life especially as a little girl in many different ways and by many different folks

[@kskitchen-fw7uy]

Didn't know I suffer from imposter syndrome... great insight

[@melmjetset1876]

would luv to see her speak in person one day soon

[@Yvonne_ennovY]

As would I!

[@sandrachildofGod1816]

I belong here, Amen

[@TSKewl]

Thank you Michelle Obama! I needed to hear this. I’m having a bad case of imposter syndrome right and needed to make sense of it.

[@j-mobi9209]

She’s probably referring the ‘him” to Donald... 😝 “...we all know he doesn’t belong there...” 😂

[@lillakiss7616]

She just cured me

[@jenna2431]

Always speak from your own experience, I always say. The Imposter speaks to being one.

[@AnnofAmerica]

He knows well what an imposter is as he is one.