impostorism

Example:Many highly successful individuals suffer from impostor syndrome and constantly fear that their real abilities are much lower than their accomplishments suggest.

Definition:A psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud, despite evidence of their success.

Example:The impostor phenomenon can affect anyone, regardless of their level of success, and often leads to self-doubt and anxiety.

Definition:The phenomenon where a person feels they are a fraud and do not deserve the success they have achieved, often leading them to downplay their achievements or accomplishments.