We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Kristine Jackson a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Kristine, so great to be with you and I think a lot of folks are going to benefit from hearing your story and lessons and wisdom. Imposter Syndrome is something that we know how words to describe, but it’s something that has held people back forever and so we’re really interested to hear about your story and how you overcame imposter syndrome.
We are not imposters if we are true to ourselves. Though I understand the feeling, I think “imposter syndrome” is an upside down phrase. Generally, I have felt like an imposter when I have been given some opportunity or praise that felt undeserved. Yet we are deserving more often than not. We are being an imposter when we are less than that, not more. The truth is that we are a bold and beautiful collection of creativity, curiosity, messy and magnificent. We are being an imposter when we are less than that, not more.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
I have six jobs, because I clearly like variety and love people. I work with people who are willing to do a deep dive to excavate the most precious gem of all: the true self. I also travel to train therapists and support them in that creative process. I wrote a book that is being launched in Barnes and Nobles, so I will be following that around to present across the country. The book is called “BE YOU: Using the Pain Pinball to go from Wound to Wonder.” In all of this, my biggest job is also my biggest joy: to be present to my husband and our French bulldog.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Stay curious.
Connect head and heart before making decisions.
Be willing to fall forward.
Stay connected with the earth, your body and those who reflect the true you.
What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
One of the most impactful things I learned from my parents was the validity of feelings and to ask “How can I love and support you”? When I do not know what to say, or there are no words, that is a phrase that lends connection.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.kristinejackson.com/
- Other: Email: [email protected]
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kristine-jackson-del-mar-ca/244141
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