Today we will explore Imposter Syndrome.  It can be defined as: “A psychological pattern where individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a ‘fraud’, despite evident success and recognition”. People with Imposter Syndrome often attribute their achievements to luck or external factors rather than their own skills and effort. This can lead to chronic self-doubt, an inability to internalize success, and a persistent fear of being ‘found out’.”

A friend had an experience with their kid’s rep sport team that I have seen occur again and again.  The “second string” or backup players get very little playing time, even in when they are blowing out the other team.  This was on a weekend where the team had multiple games, some very competitive.

I find this revealing and a bit maddening.  Revealing in that the coach’s motivations and priorities are laid bare.  The top priority is revealed to be winning, and by as much as possible.