Caretta and Associates

01/12/2025

17/10/2025

Have you ever achieved something you worked hard for — a new role, a qualification, or recognition — yet still felt like you didn’t quite deserve it? That uneasy sense of being “found out” is often called Imposter Syndrome.

Imposter Syndrome isn’t a formal diagnosis, but rather a common experience of self-doubt and fear of being exposed as not good enough, even when there’s clear evidence of ability or success. It can affect anyone, from students to senior professionals, and is often linked to high standards, perfectionism, or transitions such as starting a new job or taking on fresh responsibilities.

People experiencing it might attribute their success to luck, timing, or the help of others — anything but their own competence. The result can be anxiety, overwork, and difficulty enjoying achievements.

Recognising these feelings is the first step. Talking about them helps too — many of us experience similar thoughts, even if we rarely admit them. Reflecting on accomplishments, practising self-compassion, and acknowledging that growth always involves learning can all reduce the power of these doubts.

Therapeutic coaching provides a supportive space to explore self-worth and to build a more balanced, confident sense of identity. Sometimes, the issue isn’t that we’re not enough — it’s that we haven’t yet learned to believe that we are.

Sandra Keys, BACP-Registered Psychotherapist, offers confidential sessions in Berkhamsted at Carmenta Life.

Imposter Syndrome: Believing Your Own Story Have you ever achieved something you worked hard for — a new role, a qualification, or recognition — yet still felt like you didn’t quite deserve it? That uneasy sense of being “found out” is often called Imposter Syndrome. Imposter Syndrome isn....

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29/03/2021

Yeah - can’t wait. !!

Following on from the UK Government announcement of a timeline for easing lockdown restrictions we are happy to announce that from today, 29th March, clubs can now move into PHASE TWO of our Return to Training plan.

Clubs are reminded that the exemption to the numbers of people who may gather only apply during actual training sessions. Paddlers must comply with social distancing and limits on group numbers at all other times.

Please ensure you are aware of the BDA Return to Training Guidance and ensure that all measures are in place.
More information is available on our website.
https://www.dragonboat.org.uk/the-bda/coronaviruscovid-19/