Own Your Greatness by Lisa Orbé-Austin & Richard Orbé-Austin Summary
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Feeling like a fraud? "Own Your Greatness" tackles impostor syndrome with strategies endorsed by Arianna Huffington and Viola Davis. Dr. Orbe-Austin's pandemic-era bestseller helps you silence self-doubt and reclaim confidence. Why do 70% of successful people secretly fear being "found out"?
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Unmasking the Fraud Within: The Impostor Syndrome Epidemic
Have you ever stood in a room full of accomplished people and thought, "I don't belong here"? You're not alone. An astonishing 70% of people experience impostor syndrome-that persistent feeling that you've somehow fooled everyone into thinking you're competent when you secretly fear you're not. Even Michelle Obama confessed, "I still have impostor syndrome. It never goes away." This psychological pattern keeps high-achievers trapped in a cycle of self-doubt despite clear evidence of their competence. The signs are unmistakable: attributing success to luck, discounting praise, fearing failure, struggling with perfectionism, and responding through either overwork or self-sabotage. The professional impact is devastating-reduced advancement, lower salaries, and diminished career potential. Imagine spending decades building expertise only to have your inner critic convince you that you're still not qualified enough to ask for that promotion or raise.
The Family Roots of Self-Doubt
When the Impostor Awakens: Understanding Your Triggers
Rewriting Your Personal Narrative
Breaking the Silence: The Power of Shared Vulnerability
Self-Care as Resistance: Breaking the Burnout Cycle
Owning Your Greatness: From Impostor to Authentic Self
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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