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[[File:Self-concept, self-efficacy, self-esteem.jpg|thumbnail|300px|right|A Venn diagram showing the relationship between [[self-concept]], [[self-efficacy]], and [[self-esteem]].]] | [[File:Self-concept, self-efficacy, self-esteem.jpg|thumbnail|300px|right|A Venn diagram showing the relationship between [[self-concept]], [[self-efficacy]], and [[self-esteem]].]] | ||
'''Self-doubt''' is a "lack of faith in oneself: a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about one's abilities, actions, etc."<ref>[https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-doubt Self-doubt], Merriam-Webster dictionary</ref> | '''Self-doubt''' is a "lack of faith in oneself: a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about one's abilities, actions, etc."<ref>[https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-doubt Self-doubt], Merriam-Webster dictionary</ref> | ||
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| + | == Causes of self-doubt == | ||
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| + | Self-doubt can be caused by a number of factors, including negative experiences, fear of failure, and low self-esteem. | ||
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| + | '''1.''' Negative experiences | ||
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| + | *Childhood trauma: [[Bullying]], criticism, or humiliation may lead to self-doubt | ||
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| + | *Past failures: Setbacks and failures can leave a person feeling overwhelmed | ||
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| + | *Poor treatment: Being in an abusive relationship or experiencing poor treatment from a parent/caregiver may cause self-doubt | ||
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| + | '''2.''' Fear of failure | ||
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| + | *Fear of making mistakes: This can lead to avoidance or [[self-sabotage]] | ||
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| + | *Imposter syndrome: This is when an individual feels their success isn't a true reflection of your abilities | ||
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| + | '''3.''' Low [[self-esteem]] | ||
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| + | *Lack of [[confidence]]: This may make people feel incompetent, unloved, or inadequate | ||
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| + | *Anxiety disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can lead to low self-esteem and poor confidence | ||
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| + | *Mental illness: Depression or other mental illnesses can contribute to self-doubt | ||
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Revision as of 20:53, January 28, 2025
Self-doubt is a "lack of faith in oneself: a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about one's abilities, actions, etc."[1]
Causes of self-doubt
Self-doubt can be caused by a number of factors, including negative experiences, fear of failure, and low self-esteem.
1. Negative experiences
- Childhood trauma: Bullying, criticism, or humiliation may lead to self-doubt
- Past failures: Setbacks and failures can leave a person feeling overwhelmed
- Poor treatment: Being in an abusive relationship or experiencing poor treatment from a parent/caregiver may cause self-doubt
2. Fear of failure
- Fear of making mistakes: This can lead to avoidance or self-sabotage
- Imposter syndrome: This is when an individual feels their success isn't a true reflection of your abilities
3. Low self-esteem
- Lack of confidence: This may make people feel incompetent, unloved, or inadequate
- Anxiety disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can lead to low self-esteem and poor confidence
- Mental illness: Depression or other mental illnesses can contribute to self-doubt
See also
- Self-worth
- Self-concept
- Perfectionism
- Self-efficacy
- Core self-evaluations
- Jonah complex
- Self-control
- Self-regulation
- Self-talk
- Self-awareness
External links
Psychology related:
- Self-Doubt: What It Is, Signs, & How to Overcome by Silvi Saxena, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C, MBA
- 7 Ways to Navigate Self-Doubt, PsychCentral
- How to Overcome Self-Doubt by Tchiki Davis, Ph.D.
- Self-Doubt: Definition, Causes, & How to Overcome Doubts by Tchiki Davis, MA, PhD
- 10 Tips to Overcome Self-Doubt
- Crippled by Self-Doubt? Your Impostor Syndrome Could Have Roots in Childhood, PsychCentral
General:
- The Devastating Power of Self-Doubt: How It Harms Your Education, Career, and Personal Life, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
- Overcome self-doubt (once and for all?): 8 tips to move forward
Business related:
- How To Beat Self-Doubt And Stop Selling Yourself Short, Forbes
- Don’t Let Self-Doubt Hold You Back, Harvard Business Review
- Overcoming Self-Doubt: Our Favorite Reads, Harvard Business Review
- How to overcome self-doubt
- 3 Tips for Conquering Self-Doubt at Work
- Smart Steps To Beat Back Bouts Of Self-Doubt
- Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt
Videos:
- Self-doubt - video playlist
Podcast:
- How to Stop Letting Self-Doubt Hold You Back by Amy Morin, LCSW
Notes
- ↑ Self-doubt, Merriam-Webster dictionary