Do You Have Self-Doubt?
We all have self doubt at one time or another in our lives
I struggle with self-doubt. I’ve struggled with it on and off for years, as far back as I can remember. In fact, I’ve played arm-chair psychiatrist — along with my limited visits with a therapist — and figured out where my self doubt originated from.
What is self-doubt? It’s a belief which limits our ability to live a happy and fulfilled life. Self-doubt is defined as the lack of confidence in one’s own abilities. To a certain degree, it’s generally held to be normal, questioning one’s ability may be what it takes to master a new or challenging task. It’s when self-doubt becomes self-consuming, affecting daily function, or impeding performance at work or school is when it becomes problematic.
Where Does Self-Doubt Come From
Where does self-doubt come from? Self-doubt can stem from early childhood experiences, which may include issues with attachment. An insecure attachment — as opposed to a secure attachment in which the child experiences consistently positive interactions — is characterized by inconsistent or negative interactions with parents. An insecure attachment can lead one to question one’s worthiness and may contribute to the development of a general sense of self-doubt, as well as other mental health…
