Who told you that you weren't enough? And why did you believe them? That's the question Sarah and Simonne ask this week—and once you start unpacking it, things get personal fast, because most of us carry stories, assumptions, and expectations that were never ours to begin with. Quote of the Week:  "I've realized comparison isn't just about wishing I had more—it's about believing I am less." Simonne McVanel   Greatness Together Podcast Highlights: Who Told You That Wasn't Enough? 0:00 Is social media the root of all evil? 0:30 Imposter Syndrome…not Stockholm ;) 2:00 Everyone feels self-doubt at some time. 5:00 Let's not fake it. 7:00 Don't bully yourself. 9:00 Appreciate your achievements. 12:00 Homework: Make a list of your strengths. 14:00 Find your person. 16:00 Next time: Marriage...with a very special guest! 19:30   In this episode, they dig deep into the experience of not feeling like we're "doing enough," "being enough," or "achieving enough"—even when all signs say we are. With psychological grounding in the Impostor Phenomenon and Social Comparison Theory, they explore how this belief system forms, gets reinforced, and keeps us trapped in cycles of overwork, guilt, and burnout.   Why We Don't Trust Our Own Enoughness Simonne shares how even in environments that celebrate growth and self-compassion, there's an undercurrent of achievement pressure—especially for Gen Z navigating identity, success, and social comparison in real time. Sarah opens up about how she realized she was chasing praise from old authority figures who weren't even part of her life anymore. She reflects on how certain career moments that should have felt like victories were overshadowed by "But what's next?" thinking. They both highlight how this drive to be "more" is so often a disguise for a deep-seated fear of not being valued, recognized, or safe unless we're constantly proving ourselves.   How Impostor Thoughts Keep You Small Anchored in the Clance & Imes model of the Impostor Phenomenon, the episode reveals how smart, capable people often believe they're faking it. You'll hear how this shows up across ages and identities—from the fresh graduate in her first job to the seasoned leader still doubting her legitimacy at the boardroom table. Sarah talks about moments she saw women self-sabotage their own brilliance because they were worried about "taking up too much space." Simonne reflects on how overachievement can become a coping mechanism for the fear of being unworthy.   The Danger of Comparison as a Metric They also delve into Social Comparison Theory—how we construct our identities by comparing ourselves to others—and how this often leads to misplaced feelings of failure. Especially in the age of Instagram, LinkedIn, and curated personas, it's easier than ever to feel like you're falling short. But falling short of what, exactly? That's what they challenge you to reflect on.   You Already Are This isn't a fluffy, motivational episode. It's an honest reckoning with how and why we forget our inherent worth—and how we can slowly reclaim it. You'll walk away with tangible practices:   Tracking internal validation vs. external Naming who you're trying to impress—and whether they still matter Building new metrics for "enough" rooted in you, not the feed This episode is for you if... You chronically second-guess your success or self-worth You compare your effort or outcomes with others You want to feel like what you do—and who you are—is enough, even when no one's watching What story have you outgrown about your worth? Share with us and tag someone who might need to hear: "You already are enough."   Greatness Together Podcast Links: Ep 6: Are You a Perfectionist? Ep 27: Is Your Role Leading to Burnout? Ep 34: What If 80% Was Actually A+? Greatness Magnified Subscribe to The Greatness Together Podcast  

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