I got my current job after I got fired from a law firm. I've been a good employee and have gotten good reviews from my coworkers. I still feel like it is an accident that I'm in my current role making what I do and that if anything were to happen I would be back to square one again. So I guess I just have a big case of imposter syndrome. Advice for dealing with this when your past is full of ups and down? (drinking problem, low grades, depression, suicide attempt).

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Be thankful for what you have and seek professional counseling. Do not seek help from a group of attorneys online. Counseling helps.

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If you’ve overcome all that, take some comfort in knowing you’ve walked through hell and come out the other side. Not a lot of people
can say that. Things will probably be fine if you continue to support your mental health and recovery, but even if they aren’t and a wicked curve ball comes your way, you know you can handle it because you have in the past.

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Have confidence.
Don’t be insecure.
Keep doing what you’re doing and you’ll be fine

Imposter syndrome just means you leveled up. We should all get it from time to time. Keep up the good work.

You’ve gotten very far, OP. I’ll echo that a good therapist/ counselor may be right for you. But I’ll also echo the other poster about not seeking help online from us random strangers out there as your only resort.

Hi, I’m a member of the Trust & Safety team and wanted to pass along some helpful support resources below. I’m so sorry to hear that you’re going through a hard time, but please know that you’re not alone.

https://help.glassdoor.com/s/article/Global-Safety-Support-Resources?language=en_US


*Glassdoor does not offer direct mental health or medical services. These resources are not a substitute for professional medical advice. In case of emergency, please contact local emergency services for assistance. The resources provided are subject to change and should be verified by users based on their current location.

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