Let Doubt Go

Growth happens when we step into the unknown, embrace discomfort, and tackle challenges we may not feel ready for.

I've experienced this myself at different times in life. More recently, as I started to take mixed media courses a couple of years ago—completely out of my comfort zone—I found motivation in creating pieces for my kids.

Creating Let Doubt Go for my daughter Grace during her transition from new graduate to job seeker reminded us both to embrace challenges. The message resonated with me so deeply that I included the image in a workshop I developed on Imposter Syndrome.

Let Doubt Go, a mixed media piece I created for my daughter Grace, serves as a powerful reminder to embrace challenges and let go of self-doubt.

I agree with Steven Bartlett when he says, "Growth happens when you start doing the things you're not qualified to do." As someone who has worked with Social Work students for years, I've heard many discuss their feelings of Imposter Syndrome. When I became a mature student not so long ago, completing the MSW, I truly now knew what they were feeling. During my time in the program, I realized that our training to check in with ourselves and our thinking continually could sometimes make us feel like imposters. Yet, this practice also fosters self-awareness and ensures ethical behaviour in the profession.

While 'imposter' carries negative connotations, it can also drive us to develop self-awareness, take on challenges, and ensure we’re on the right path.

Inspired by Steven Bartlett's insights on The Diary of a CEO, I've started to embrace the idea of 1% growth—taking small, consistent steps to achieve meaningful progress. For someone who tends to get overwhelmed by big-picture planning, focusing on small, actionable steps has been both achievable and liberating. This method has also helped me let go of doubt and embrace the discomfort of feeling like an imposter by reminding me that growth is a gradual process. Each small step builds confidence and reinforces the belief that I am capable, even in the face of uncertainty.

My New Diary - I can plan!

Inspired by The Diary of a CEO and Steven Bartlett’s concept of 1% growth actions.

This process of evaluating 1% growth actions makes moving forward manageable and exciting. I can’t wait to share this strategy with others.

How have you turned Imposter Syndrome into a catalyst for growth? Let’s start a conversation—I’d love to hear your story!