Episode 19

Embracing Failure and Imposter Syndrome

In this mini-episode of Sharing The Mddl, I want to chat with you about imposter syndrome and failure. I had a realization that I couldn't write about being an imposter because I wasn’t even good enough to be an imposter - I was a straight up failure. I share some of my past experiences as an overachiever, how I've felt like I wasn't good enough to be in certain professional situations, and how The Mddl is teaching me to learn from failure.

Then, in the Advice From The Mddl, I share some advice on how to deal with imposter syndrome. My tips include acknowledging and accepting the feeling, reframing negative thoughts, and seeking support from others. I hope it can help you!

To wrap up, I want to share my Lacey Loves with you. I'm currently loving Human Design, Pop Culture, and Wedge Pillows. Let me know if you've tried any of them out!

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Lacey Tomlinson

Lacey Tomlinson transforms life's messiest moments into meaningful connections. As a mother, entrepreneur, and chronic illness advocate, she founded the Joyful Support Movement after her own health journey forced her to rebuild her life authentically. Through podcasts, courses, and community building, Lacey helps others navigate their "messy middle" without shame or perfection, because she believes everyone deserves genuine support. Her philosophy? "Life's better when we stop pretending and just embrace the plot." With master's degrees in Communication and Instructional Design, she combines professional expertise with raw human experience to create spaces where vulnerability is celebrated, authentic stories are shared, and people find the support they need.