Advocacy is something that I’m very passionate about. It’s one of the reasons that sparked my interest in pursuing law. It’s important to have conversations like mental health to spread awareness that others are not alone. My topic for this post is imposter syndrome in college. Imposter syndrome is when a person believes they have fooled others and themselves about the extent of their capabilities. Going straight into college from high school forces students to stay in a protected child mentality. Scholars are aware that they are young adults and have assumed the responsibility of school. The fast-paced continuing gradual school year can be very intense. As classes get harder students face procrastination. Students procrastinate because they fear they might not meet their goals. We need to take mental health and self-care days. Students use their brains all day every day at school. A burnout is eventually going to occur, it’s important to treat yourself with love and grace. Be patient with yourself to allow you to refuel and get back on track. The constant doubt and negative thoughts are what prompts imposter syndrome and procrastination. Students tend to feel like they don’t know how they ended up where they are, but that’s just fear. There is only one person who can live and execute your daily life, and that’s you. What an exciting and scary thing! The only person responsible for yourself is yourself. Imposter syndrome is a phenomenon that will surely pass. People need to know what imposter syndrome reveals to us is not the truth. It’s repressed subconscious doubts. We have just as much power to build as to destroy our lives. We need to decide to keep going every day to achieve our dreams. We deserve it and we will achieve it.

Best,

Moesha Masters

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