What exactly is Imposter syndrome?
The syndrome is a term used to describe the psychological phenomenon of intense feelings of self-doubt to the extent where one feels like a fraud, either in their personal or professional life.
The mentality is thought to be particularly prevalent in young people, with a 2017 survey claiming that a third of millennial have imposter syndrome due to feeling intimidated in the workplace.
The syndrome describes feelings of severe inadequacy and self-doubt.
Alesha added: “The difference now is that when I was younger, I was afraid to fail and put huge pressure on myself.
“I don’t now see failure as a bad thing or a hindrance; I look at it as a learning opportunity. If you get to the root of Imposter Syndrome it is about self-love and believing in who you are and saying, ‘I belong here, I deserve to be here.’
“Even if you’re petrified. I genuinely believe that everybody has something individual and unique to offer, it’s just tapping into it.”
