Saturday Soul-Pour: Imposter Syndrome
Last night, I was looking at a new project I’ve been building behind the scenes—a website I’ve been pouring my soul into (this one as a matter of fact)—and I felt proud. I saw the progress, the tech hurdles I’ve jumped, and the way God is weaving this all together. But then, as quickly as that pride came, another voice slipped in. “Who do you think you are?”
Maybe you’ve heard it too. It’s that flared-up Imposter Syndrome.
Intellectually, I know the facts. I’ve walked the path of sobriety for three years and I’ve spent five years deepening my relationship with Jesus. I’ve been on my knees, begging for guidance, living through the shame, regret, and the guilt. I’ve even navigated staying sober while my family has not, learning to trade judgment and FOMO for peace of where I am on my sobriety journey, all while showing up daily to maintain the flow and duties of my home with a clear head.
I’ve walked the walk. But then I look at the professional arena and see these women who are so articulate, so neatly put together, and seemingly overflowing with wisdom. I start to feel like I’m just a girl in a bubble. And maybe I am! But that doesn’t mean I don’t have the ability to share my experiences and help others.
I’ve been reflecting on this all morning: God created us all so differently, but even with those differences, we all have a common purpose—to help people. Whether you’re one of those “put-together” women or a self-proclaimed hot mess (guilty!), our purpose doesn’t differ. One isn’t more qualified than the other in His eyes.
He created me exactly as I am for a reason, and it’s through our real, raw stories that people truly find hope.
I’m learning that Imposter Syndrome is often just a sign that you’re doing something that matters. I’m leaning on the fact that He says I’m worthy and deserving—not because of how I look or how I speak, but because this is exactly why I was created.
So if you’re feeling a little “small” or unqualified today, let’s agree to keep putting one foot in front of the other together — trusting that God equips who He calls, and every step forward matters.
