Episode 4: Impostor Syndrome Unmasked: Do I Really Belong in Grad School?

In this episode of Graduate Students’ Den, we tackle the all-too-familiar struggle of impostor syndrome—those nagging feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy that many grad students experience. Our panelists, John, Kelsey Stanfield, Kelsey Zook, Halima, and Anaclate, open up about their own battles with feeling like they do not belong, the academic and social pressures that trigger these thoughts, and the mental toll they can take. We also discuss practical strategies for overcoming impostor syndrome, from mindset shifts to building a strong support system. If you have ever questioned whether you deserve to be in grad school, this episode is for you! Tune in for an honest, relatable, and uplifting conversation.