Description

In this episode, Mike reflects on his recent accomplishment of defending his dissertation and earning his doctorate. He shares his feelings of imposter syndrome and the struggle to accept the honor and recognition that comes with this achievement. Mike discusses the importance of acknowledging personal accomplishments and the difficulty of being honored as a man, particularly as a black man. He uses this podcast as a form of therapy and processing his thoughts in real-time.

Keywords:

accomplishment, imposter syndrome, honor, recognition, personal growth, acceptance, therapy

Takeaways:

• Imposter syndrome can affect even those who have achieved significant accomplishments.
• Acknowledging personal accomplishments and accepting recognition can be challenging.
• Being honored as a man, particularly as a black man, can be a complex experience.
• Using platforms like podcasts can serve as a form of therapy and a way to process thoughts and emotions.