Curiosity, Courage, and the Myth of Not Enough - Growing into Your Power

How Imposter Syndrome Reveals Your Deepest Strengths.

Why Feeling Like a Fraud Might Just Mean You’re Exactly Where You Belong.

That feeling? Maybe you’ve snuck into a room where you don’t quite belong. Any moment now, someone will tap you on the shoulder and ask you to leave.

Totally normal.

In fact, it’s incredibly common—especially in spaces filled with big ideas, open hearts, and brilliant minds, like positive psychology.

It’s called impostor syndrome, and ironically, the very experience of it might be one of the strongest indicators that you do belong here. Let’s unpack why.

1. Curiosity and Passion Are Qualifications

Positive psychology isn’t about being the smartest person in the room—it’s about being fully human. It’s about asking better questions, being curious about what makes life worth living, and holding space for others to explore their own path to flourishing.

If you feel called to understand resilience, meaning, joy, strengths, and well-being—then you’re already on the path. Passion is your passport. You’re not behind—you’re on your way.

2. No One Starts as an Expert

Let me say that again: No one. Everyone you admire in this field—authors, speakers, researchers, coaches—started out just like you: unsure, questioning, sometimes overwhelmed. The difference is, they kept showing up. They let curiosity lead the way.

You don’t need a PhD to ask powerful questions or share insights that resonate. You don’t need to “earn” your way in with letters behind your name. You belong by being present, engaged, and real.

3. Lived Experience Is a Credential

Let’s stop pretending wisdom only comes from textbooks. Your life, your losses, your healing, your hope—it all matters. In fact, it might be the most valuable thing you bring to the table.

If you’ve wrestled with meaning, battled burnout, stumbled through self-doubt, or sat face-to-face with grief, joy, or growth—guess what? You’ve already been living and breathing the heart of positive psychology.

4. You Belong Because You’re Here

There’s no secret handshake. No gatekeeper holding a golden key. If you’re in the room—reading this blog, doing the work, asking the questions—that’s proof enough.

You don’t have to feel like you belong to actually belong. Sometimes, claiming your seat at the table is the most powerful thing you can do. Especially when your inner voice says you’re not ready.

Because here’s the truth: Your presence matters.
Your voice matters.
Your story matters.

So next time the imposter voice shows up and tries to talk you out of it, smile and say, “Thanks for your concern, but I’m going to keep showing up anyway.”

You’re not alone.
You’re not an imposter.
You’re a light.

And the room is brighter because you’re in it.