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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Sofia Coppola turns the lens on designer Marc Jacobs for her first documentary

Coppola stated, 'It was scary at first for me to take on the challenge of making a documentary. It was different because there was no script, so I didn't have a map of where we were going.'
Film
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Psychology says people who constantly second-guess themselves aren't lacking intelligence. They were usually raised in environments where their perception was regularly overridden by someone else's version of reality. - Silicon Canals

Chronic self-doubt often stems from childhood environments where personal perceptions were systematically dismissed, not from lack of intelligence or competence.
#imposter-syndrome
Psychology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

5 'Big Trust' mindsets to build more self-confidence

Self-image constrains achievement; trusting and strengthening one’s existing capabilities through Big Trust expands what is possible.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

8 signs you're more emotionally intelligent than most people, even if you feel like you're always getting it wrong - Silicon Canals

Persistent self-doubt can coexist with high emotional intelligence, manifesting as deep empathy, social attunement, and reflective analysis of interactions.
Psychology
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Suze Orman gets frank and says this is what is keeping you from building your wealth

Mindset and persistent, focused thought directly shape financial success and overcoming self-doubt.
Television
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 months ago

"Knowing Yourself Is a Big Part of Your Package as an Actor": Astrid Rotenberry, Back To One, Episode 377

Astrid Rotenberry plays Catherine Kelly in Netflix's His and Hers; her authentic, affecting performance reflects her focus on trust, childhood influences, and combating self-doubt.
Photography
fromAnOther
2 months ago

A Reading List by Ocean Vuong: Part Two

Artistic pride and the conviction to teach without true knowledge produce delusion, vanity, collective contradiction, and profound regret among creators.
fromBig Think
2 months ago

Your brain loves labels - even when they limit your potential

When I first met Rashida, she introduced herself with a disclaimer: "I'm a little intense." She said it with a grimace, as if the label left a bad taste in her mouth. I replied, "Good to know. What else should I know about you?" She told me she was a mother, a recent pickleball enthusiast, and a leader in risk and compliance at a Fortune 500 company. I thought maybe such a role demanded intensity, but I still asked, "Where does that 'intense' label come from?"
Mindfulness
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Hidden Reasons You Doubt Yourself

Different inner struggles—like anxiety, low self-esteem, and limited self-knowledge—produce similar self-doubt but have distinct causes and effects on behavior and self-view.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

OCD Is a Greedy Child

OCD obsessively seeks absolute certainty, relying on repetitive rituals and distrust of evidence, functioning like a greedy, self-doubting child that moves goalposts.
Mindfulness
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm in my 50s, I regret not trusting my gut more through the years

A person habitually doubts their instincts and relies on others' opinions, learning to trust their own choices and accept mistakes.
#impostor-syndrome
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Impostor Syndrome and the Fear of Being Seen

Impostor syndrome leads individuals to doubt their accomplishments despite evidence, stemming from early experiences and societal pressures.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Perils of the Overconfident Perfectionist

Perfectionism prioritizes appearing flawless through overconfidence and denial, using confidence as a protective tool against exposure.
Mindfulness
fromClickUp
5 months ago

5 Productivity Killers and How to Overcome Them | ClickUp

Internal habits like self-doubt and avoidance undermine productivity; begin with small actions, ask for help, and reframe obstacles to overcome them.
#leadership
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Feeling out of place? How to beat imposter syndrome

High-achieving people commonly experience imposter phenomenon, causing anxiety and avoidance; tracking fears and testing evidence helps reduce self-doubt and improve functioning.
Bicycling
fromPitchfork
7 months ago

Rounak Maiti: Brute Fact/Home Truth

Brute Fact/Home Truth reflects trauma and self-doubt through disjointed lyrics and diverse soundscapes.
Software development
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

The Icarus Syndrome in Software Engineering (and How to Beat It) | HackerNoon

Hubris can lead to tragic consequences, as exemplified by Icarus ignoring warnings and leading to his downfall.
Television
fromJezebel
8 months ago

Lena Dunham Says the Ex in 'Too Much' Isn't Jack Antonoff-So Why Do I Suddenly Think He's an Asshole?

Lena Dunham's Netflix show 'Too Much' explores themes of breakups and self-doubt through the character Jessica and her experiences in London.
#confidence
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
9 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Nate Plotkin: Fear of Success @ SHRINE, NYC

Fear of success can generate self-doubt, which artists like Nate Plotkin combat through focused creative processes like Pointillism.
Mindfulness
fromBustle
9 months ago

Here's Your Horoscope For Monday, June 23

The Moon in Gemini brings a curious and distracted energy, prompting a more relaxed approach to plans and interactions.
#career-development
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Addressing the Need for Certainty in OCD

The tussle with uncertainty has several manifestations, such as pursuing unattainable romantic prospects or striving for status while overlooking personal enjoyment.
Mindfulness
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
11 months ago

The Overthinker's Paradox

Overthinking is a paradox where self-doubt coexists with overconfidence, leading to anxiety.
It serves as an escape from facing unresolvable issues in life.
Overthinkers often experience joy and intimacy deficits due to their thought patterns.
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