Creating A Harmony from Within: Working with Impostor Phenomenon in Music Education

Imposter Phenomenon affects individuals who are accomplished, competent, and intelligent. Many music educators and their students believe they are intellectually fraudulent and not nearly as intelligent or competent as their peers or accomplishments suggest. These frequent and intense feelings can affect an individual’s well-being by producing anxiety, stress, depression, procrastination, and job burnout. This session will explore the obstacles within music education that create feelings of Impostor Phenomenon, offering techniques and strategies to help persevere.