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Lead 3.0: Group 7: Breaking Down the notion of "Otherness" to Combat #ImposterSyndrome and #Burnout

What a fantastic group of scholars!

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#ImposterSyndrome, #Burnout, #Otherness: areas that need to be addressed to advance #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion, as well as #physicianburnout.

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The interrelatedness of #impostersyndrome, #burnout, and #otherness.

It affects many physicians. 30-40% among family medicine and IM residents. >50% of physicians have burnout.

Threat to diversity: Imposter feelings are strong predictors of burnout.

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How do we combat #impostersyndrome and #otherness and #burnout.

The only way to stop feeling like an impostor is to stop thinking like an impostor.


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Break the silence. It can be shameful to feel like a fraud.
Right the rules. Recognize that you have just as much right as the others to have an off-day.
Develop a new Script. "I will learn from them" vs "I'm not smart."

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Separate feelings from facts. It's ok to feel inadequate. This does NOT mean that you are inadequate.

Recognize when you should feel fraudulent.

"If no one else in the room looks like you, recognize that it might be a normal response to feel like you don't fit in."

Develop a new response to failure.
Fake it 'til you make it. While "you're winging it" is a proof of ineptness. Don't wait until you feel confident to start putting yourself out there.

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Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy.

Activating event. Identify events that are upsetting.
Beliefs. Core beliefs attached to the event.
Consequences. negative Feeling
Dispute beliefs. Challenge core belief.
Effective new beliefs. Interrupt cycle with new, more positive reactions.

Our Group 7 scholars are crushing it! Discussion about Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy reminds me of the key elements of #mindfulness and #selfcompassion.

#reframeyourself

From a leader/group level, how can you address #impostersyndrome and #otherness to prevent #burnout?
1. establish rapport (#CONNECTION)
2. level the playing field (#EQUITY)
3. Share your stories (#VULNERABILITY)

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By sharing #vulnerability, we lead to de-stigmatize #impostersyndrome and feelings of #otherness.

Celebrate purpose and belonging
Embrace diversity of thoughts and perspectives.
Celebrate TRAITS rather than achievements.
#GrowthMindset

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Leadership is a muscle, not a title.
Encourage team members to practice steps to overcome #impostersyndrome.

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Systems-level solutions to overcome #impostersyndrome and #otherness include:
1. Mentorship and coaching
2. Regular feedback for all members
3. Environmental and psychological support.

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Letters of #gratitude from our patients remind us of our contribution.

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On #impostersyndrome and #otherness:
What solutions resonated with you?
What strategies have you tried in the past and what might you apply to your daily practice?
What other strategies have we not discussed?

More lessons learned:
As program directors, share our own struggles without burdening learners. At the right dose at the right time, it'll open the conversation for others to feel heard and seen.

Development of team allows us to support each other. Immediate feedback is key.

Self-doubt in small doses can be helpful to push towards #growthmindset.

Harness your #impostersyndrome. We all have it. If you can get the right dose of it, it can harness the #growthmindset.--Dr. Ciara Harraher, Faculty in Neurosurgery

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