- a variation of impostor syndrome.
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Lambrini Girls bassist Selin Macieira-Boşgelmez tells BBC Newsbeat that women in the rock scene are "often plagued with imposter syndrome".
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
So as it all unfolded, I just never, for a second, questioned it or let myself feel even a stitch of imposter syndrome because I knew better.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2025
I think you’re experiencing a bit of imposter syndrome about being financially responsible — and I can relate.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 31, 2025
Her movement has vastly improved and so has her mentality - she is digging in and I don't think she has imposter syndrome as her ranking has moved up.
From BBC • Jul. 9, 2025
“This led to burnout, imposter syndrome, and deep self-doubt.”
From Salon • Mar. 2, 2025