Some people live lives of anxiety and stress stemming from the belief that others are more competent at living than they are. Even when they are praised or singled out for their accomplishments they feel like impostors.
There are many reasons for this. For example, society often rewards collective, not individual, truth. Children learn from their parents that they are valued more when they conform to others. Sometimes, one’s good judgment simply gets overlooked when trying to please others.
Don't play small with this one precious life of yours! Deep down, you are the one who knows what is right for you. You do not have to accommodate others by disregarding your own strength and knowledge.
Take the time to listen to yourself, reflect and make changes to behave in ways that are more closely aligned to your values. Although large, life changing progress may feel overwhelming, let your awareness lead you to small, new decisions until bigger changes come.
Also, talk to someone you trust about how you want to change. Let that person know what you really want out of life and what barriers you have put up to hold yourself back.
Dare yourself to become the person you have been waiting for all your life.