I’ve heard this phrase tossed around a half dozen times or so.  I’ve never paid it any attention until now.  Why now; you ask? Because I think it’s what I’m suffering from.  I have kept this to myself for quite some time now. I’m finally ready to share with all of you. Who knows, maybe some of you are suffering in silence also.  We can at least bond over the fact that we share a common form of mental angst:)

Allow me to stretch out on  your imaginary psych couch for a sec. ( Oooohhh it’s so plush).
So here’s what had happened… I started a company, Sowl Studios, with my hubby.   I love our business and it’s growing. But, well,…I’m afraid. There,  I said it.  I’m actually afraid.  I’m a school teacher and have been for most of my adult life. I know how to be a teacher.  But COO of Sowl Studios?? Chief Operating Officer of a business just sounds big and stressful.  I don’t know how to do that so well.  I’m literally learning as we grow.

* What keeps me from screaming in the night is, I do have great counsel. I am forging relationships and getting advice from those who have gone before me.

* I am also an avid learner.   I will read and research the life out of something I want to understand.   It’s my super power- hence the whole teacher gig!

* Last, I am willing to make mistakes.  It may take time for me to get this whole COO thing right. BUT, I’m not willing to let fear keep me from trying.

I guess feeling like an imposter is all a part of redefining yourself and trying new things.

If you have ever felt this way, how did you deal with it? How long before you gained your confidence?  I’m asking for a friend 🙂

My greatest tip of all is to keep the faith! I feel like I’m keeping God busy with my constant prayers and cry sessions.  He has plenty of time to take your calls as well.  So call!

Until next time my friends… Peace!

And may your life be full of unshakeable faith, wealth beyond measure and laughter ’til it hurts!
Love in abundance! Kim J.

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