I wrote about imposter syndrome a couple years ago but over the years I've reframed my opinions about this "phenomenon".

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This idea of imposter syndrome like many other conditions created were rooted in misogyny. These spaces, environments, systems -- they weren't made for us (women and PoC). They literally weren't designed for us to be in.

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So you know that familiar feeling? That one where you feel like an outsider, uncomfortable, and believe you're inadequate? I know, it's a terrible feeling, but a natural one especially when you're participating in systems that aren't welcome to you.

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Please remember -- you are not the problem. You are the change. You are what's needed.

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I can spend time writing more about this topic but Reshma Saujani said it best:

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"Imposter syndrome is the result of structural inequality, not individual inadequacy."

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