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Yes. To claim to have Imposter Syndrome is really a form of humblebrag, and often a way of seeking validation. "No, you really _are_ smart and capable"
by eplanit 6y ago
Yes. To claim to have Imposter Syndrome is really a form of humblebrag, and often a way of seeking validation. "No, you really _are_ smart and capable"
- dilandau 6y agoExactly. It also provides a bandaid for their self image, and provides an excuse for being ignorant or mediocre. I've only ever observed mediocre people talk about imposter syndrome. Seems like the author is trying, politely, to express a similar idea.