Impostor Syndrome Test: Self-Doubt and Legitimacy

This test covers confidence, self-esteem, recognition, comparison, what others think, speaking up, avoidance, anxiety, shame, work, responsibility, anticipation and readiness to change. What the test asks, for example Confidence If you regularly doubt your abilities, even when you have proof of your success. If you rely on your skills with peace of mind, without feeling like you are bluffing. Self-esteem If you downplay your accomplishments by telling yourself that anyone could have done the same. If, when you achieve something, you are able to recognize the part that is due to your own work. Recognition If, when you are complimented on a success, you tell yourself inwardly that you do not really deserve it. If, when you receive positive feedback, you welcome it without immediately looking for something that might invalidate it. Comparison If you often compare yourself to others and always find yourself less competent. If you measure your worth against your own journey, without comparing it to that of others. What others think If others seem far more qualified and talented than you are. If you feel that you belong among your peers, even the most experienced ones. Speaking up If you hide your uncertainties for fear of being judged incompetent. If, in meetings, you dare to ask a question or share your opinion without assuming that others necessarily know more. Avoidance If you avoid certain situations for fear that your lack of competence will be exposed. If you apply for opportunities even when you do not meet every requirement. Anxiety If the idea of being evaluated or tested triggers disproportionate anxiety in you. If you feel at ease with the idea of your work being examined closely. Shame If you are afraid people will discover that you are not as intelligent as they believe. If you can openly admit that you do not know something without fearing being judged. Work If you work excessively hard to compensate for what you perceive as a lack of competence. If you prepare for your tasks in proportion to what is at stake, without overdoing it out of fear. Responsibility If your successes are mainly due to luck or favorable circumstances. If you recognize your personal part in your successes, beyond the help you received. Anticipation If, when starting a new project, your first reaction is to doubt your ability to pull it off. If you take on new responsibilities even when you do not feel perfectly ready. Readiness to change If you want to change the way you function. If you believe you are capable of growing in this area.