You're not alone in feeling this.
imposter syndrome
Source: Published surveys (e.g. International Journal of Behavioral Science)
The reality
Imposter syndrome is the persistent feeling that you're a fraud and will be found out — despite evidence of your ability. It's about self-doubt, not reality.
A word of kindness
Feeling like you're faking it while quietly doing the work is exhausting. Nearly everyone who's ever achieved anything has sat in that exact feeling.
Something you could try right now
Write down one concrete thing you've actually done or can do. Imposter feelings live in vague self-doubt; they shrink when you hold them against specifics. You are not your harshest inner narrator.
Nothing here is a diagnosis or therapy. Figures are indicative population estimates from public health bodies — not advice about you.