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How to handle imposter syndrome as a spiritual teacher

My students keep asking me questions I do not know the answers to and I keep making things up because I am terrified they will realize I am not qualified.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The fear of not knowing enough prevents authentic teaching and creates a cycle of performative wisdom.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Teaching as learning — the teacher's examined life?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.