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Ever feel like you don’t really deserve your success… even when you’ve earned it?
That quiet doubt has a name — imposter syndrome. And it shows up in ways most people don’t even notice.
You’re not alone if you:
• downplay your wins
• feel like you’re “faking it”
• constantly overwork to prove yourself
Awareness is the first step to breaking the cycle.
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In case no one reminded you lately—imposter thoughts are loud, but they’re not facts. You don’t need to prove your worth every second you’re in the room. You already did the work to get there. Stay, speak, take up space.
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In case no one told you…
that voice in your head isn’t the truth.
It’s your Imposter Monster. 👀
It shows up right when you’re about to grow—
whispering things like:
“If it’s not perfect, don’t post.”
“You’re not ready yet.”
“People will find out you’re a fraud.”
And the worst part?
It sounds convincing.
But here’s the shift:
Just because your Monster says it…
doesn’t make it real.
You can feel doubt and still show up.
You can be unsure and still start.
Your Monster doesn’t disappear first.
You move anyway—and it gets quieter.
Save this for the days it gets loud. 👀
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Dr. Lauer was interviewed in the CU Independent about tonight's My Monster Mungo book signing at the Boulder Bookstore. Check it out!
https://cuindependent.org/2025/09/16/aj-lauer-returns-to-boulder-with-new-book-my-monster-mungo/
Tickets are still available here: LauerBBS.eventbrite.com

AJ Lauer returns to Boulder with new book “My Monster Mungo” On Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m., author AJ Lauer will present her new book, “My Monster Mungo," at the Boulder Bookstore. By Lou Leclercq

Just a couple weeks until our book event at the Boulder Bookstore!
Tickets are only $5, and they'll give you a $5 coupon to spend that evening. So- basically a FREE opportunity to come out and have an inspiring evening!
See you there 🥳

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