"Imposter Syndrome and Mediation: An Unexpected Connection"

Will Chalmers • Jul 18, 2023

Imposter Syndrome and Mediation: An Unexpected Connection

Gillian Brunton shares her knowledge about Imposter Syndrome from three different perspectives in mediation


Imposter Syndrome as we know, is a psychological phenomenon where individuals doubt their accomplishments, experiencing an internalised
fear of being exposed as a "fraud." This can affect anyone, regardless of their position or status - from students to professionals, and even those attending mediation. In this blog post, we will introduce the link between imposter syndrome and mediation, and discuss tools for reducing or overcoming it from
the perspective of: ·


  1. Someone attending mediation,
  2. The commissioning agent and,
  3. The mediator


Imposter Syndrome and Mediation

Imposter syndrome can manifest in various ways during mediation. Individuals may experience self-doubt about their perspectives, their rights, or their ability to negotiate effectively. Read more...

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