Our Inner Critic

"They'll think I'm silly for that idea."

"I'm sure they've already thought of this, so I won't say anything."

Both examples of thoughts that have gone through my brain as I've struggled with sharing something with someone.

So what happens when I'm brave enough to step up or speak out?

"Amazing people like you, who are so generous with their time and skills, are what make working at this organization  so much fun."

"Love it all, and super love what you're doing, and YOU! Can't wait to be a part of it." 

I think all of us are fighting impostor syndrome to some degree. I'm going to remind myself about these reactions the next time that I am struggling. I hope you will too.