Imposter Syndrome and Divorce: Why you Sometimes Feel LIke a Fraud After 40 || DD#213 || David and Rachel

The Divorce Devil Podcast

David and Rachel, the hilarious and insightful co-hosts of The Divorce Devil Podcast, tackle the complex issue of Imposter Syndrome in this episode. With their signature mix of humor, raw honesty, and relatable anecdotes, they explore how imposter syndrome manifests during divorce recovery and how to overcome it. Here's a quick breakdown:

Key Highlights of Episode 213

• 🎙️ What is Imposter Syndrome?

  • Defined as a persistent feeling of inadequacy despite your achievements.

  • Common during divorce recovery: self-doubt, perfectionism, comparison, and emotional toll. 💔

• 🌪️ David and Rachel’s Personal Struggles:

  • Rachel shared how imposter syndrome hit her hard during her divorce—feeling like she failed as a mom when her child went to their father’s for the weekend.

  • David reflected on how imposter syndrome can make you feel like you're "faking" your recovery, even when you're making progress.

• 🧠 Healing Tips from David and Rachel:

  • "Clarify, Choose, Create" Framework (based on the book Own Your Greatness):

    • Clarify: Identify your negative internal stories and their sources.

    • Choose: Rewrite the narrative you tell yourself.

    • Create: Build conditions for your best self to thrive.

  • 🛠️ Practical Advice:

    • Acknowledge your emotions.

    • Celebrate small wins (e.g., getting out of bed, eating healthy).

    • Be honest with yourself and others about your struggles.

    • Surround yourself with your "dream team" of supportive friends and family.

• 😂 On Forgiveness & Moving On:

  • Rachel hilariously admits, “I didn’t want to forgive anyone. F*** forgiveness!” but later realized that forgiveness is for you, not them.

  • The duo emphasizes the importance of letting go of the past to heal and thrive.

• 🛑 The Protective Wall Problem:

  • David and Rachel discuss how people often build emotional walls during divorce to protect themselves, but these walls can prevent true healing.

  • Rachel shares how podcasting forced her to confront issues she didn’t even know she had, joking, “Talking about it made me realize I had mommy issues. Great!” 🎙️

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