In this episode, we explore a lesser-known facet of the human mind called Imposter Syndrome. Have you ever had an unnatural feeling that you’re a fraud and don’t deserve any of your success? You might have experienced it!

In this episode, we explain Imposter Syndrome, how it feels, and its effects. We also explore the various types of people with this syndrome, including the perfectionist, the superhero, the expert, and the soloist. Finally, we list some ways to overcome it.

Here are some helpful links that we used in our research:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impostor_syndrome
  
• https://www.verywellmind.com/imposter-syndrome-and-social-anxiety-disorder-4156469
  

Helpful Video:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQUxL4Jm1Lo
  

I think the better question is who can’t relate? We are built with awkwardness as an internal warning system to tell us when something isn’t right, but that system can make us feel awkward whenever it wants.

In this episode, we talk about why we experience awkwardness, experiences that cause it, and what we can do about it.

Here are some helpful links that we used in our research:

• https://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2015/11/23/the-science-of-awkwardness
  
• https://digest.bps.org.uk/2012/11/14/the-new-psychology-of-awkward-moments/
  
• https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/7-things-you-havent-tried-deal-with-awkward-situations.html
  

Outside Quotes:

• "The awkwardness is likely fueled in part by your perception of how it's supposed to go and what's actually happening, rather than [an actual] problem.” - Bethany Teachman, a professor in the University of Virginia's Department of Psychology

Do you ever just completely lose motivation and dissociate from reality? This episode is all about apathy, specifically in social situations. While it is a symptom of depression, it can exist by itself.

In this episode, we describe how it feels to be apathetic, the potential causes of this state of mind, and how to work with it. 

Here are some helpful links that we used in our research:

• https://www.news-medical.net/health/What-is-Apathy-and-Why-Does-it-Occur.aspx
• https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-apathy

Helpful Definitions:

• Apathy - lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.