Glossary
Imposter syndrome
What is imposter syndrome?
Imposter syndrome is the persistent feeling that you're a fraud who will be 'found out,' despite evidence of your competence. It's common among high achievers and is a pattern of thought, not a measure of your actual ability.
How do you overcome imposter syndrome?
A practical antidote is evidence-gathering: keep a running record of concrete wins and specific feedback, and revisit it when the feeling spikes.
SURGO's Confidence Index helps here by making progress external and measured, so you're reacting to data rather than a mood.
Turn understanding into measured confidence.
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Last updated July 14, 2026