Imposter Syndrome: The Silent Saboteur of Women’s Dreams
Imposter Syndrome is the quiet voice in your head that whispers, “You’re not good enough,” even when your accomplishments say otherwise. It’s the inner critic that questions whether you deserve a seat at the table, that convinces you your success is just luck, or that you’re one mistake away from being exposed as a fraud.
For women—especially women who dare to dream big—Imposter Syndrome can be especially devastating. It shows up when we set our sights on something greater, when we finally decide to go after that promotion, launch that business, write that book, or speak our truth. It doesn’t matter how qualified, prepared, or passionate we are. That voice still sneaks in.
In a world that already tries to crush our hope—with systems that aren’t built for us, with messages that tell us to stay small, and with double standards that weigh us down—Imposter Syndrome can feel like the final straw. It steals our confidence, clouds our judgment, and makes us doubt what we already know deep down: we are capable, we are worthy, and we are ready. BEEN ready.
This is why it’s so crucial to work with someone who understands not only the psychology behind Imposter Syndrome, but also the emotional and spiritual toll it takes when you’re trying to rise in a world that often tries to push you back down. Having a guide who sees your strength when you’ve forgotten it, who knows how hope works as a skill, and who can gently walk with you through fear and self-doubt—that can transform everything.
Because hope is not just a feeling—it’s a fuel. And when you learn how to build hope and practice believing in yourself, even when it’s hard, you stop waiting to feel “ready” and start moving anyway. That’s where the magic happens. That is when you really start to soar.
You were never an imposter. You’ve always belonged here.
You just needed someone to remind you—and show you how to believe it for yourself.
Learn more about Make A Way Media’s new program for women, Make A Way Mindset, and how we will help you soar.