buffering mind

LINK: buffering mind

Write about a time when you felt like you had imposter syndrome.

Prompt created by yours truly. 
Feel free to use any prompts for July that I post and/or tag me.
I’d love to read your responses.

I remember being told during our rotations to never admit we hadn’t done a procedure before. This was so that we exude professional confidence, keep the patients reassured that we knew exactly what the hell we are doing.

Despite that, I never went rogue. If I didn’t know something, I’d say, “You know what? That’s an excellent question. I want to give you the most accurate, up-to-date information. Let me get back to you on that.” Then I’d quietly excuse myself from the room, track someone down in private and ask them the question or look up the information myself before walking back with an accurate answer.


Discover more from just rojie

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

21 responses to “buffering mind”

  1. Nicholas K F Matte Avatar

    Precise, professional, and caring!!!

    1. justrojie Avatar

      Thanks, Nico!

  2. safia begum Avatar

    A meaningful prompt that invites honest reflection. ✨ Imposter syndrome is something many people experience, especially when stepping into new challenges or achievements. Sharing these moments helps remind us that self-doubt is often part of growth, not a sign of failure.

    1. justrojie Avatar

      Thank you, safia!

  3. Ajinkya Rane Avatar

    Smart way to handle it. If it were me patients would be running out lol

    1. justrojie Avatar

      🤣

  4. rebuilding rob Avatar

    I’ve always thought that “Let me find out for you!” Is a much better answer than “I don’t know“

    1. justrojie Avatar

      And it’s more helpful!

  5. Violet Lentz Avatar

    You work in a field where it could end up being counterproductive to admit you don’t know something. Fortunately for me I never have.

    1. justrojie Avatar

      It sucks but I get it

  6. ianmdudley Avatar

    Very mature and professional of you. I wish more people were like that.

    For me, every day is Imposter Syndrome Day. If there was medication for it, I’d be a chronic user.

    1. justrojie Avatar

      🤣 idk I think you know a thing or two

      1. ianmdudley Avatar

        Sure, I know stuff. But it never feels like the stuff I need to know…

  7. jda Avatar
    jda

    epitome
    fake me
    screams
    fu go to hell

    1. justrojie Avatar

      there’s that too

  8. Edward Ortiz Avatar

    That’s an excellent way to handle such situations. Very professional.

    1. justrojie Avatar

      Thanks, Edward!

      1. Edward Ortiz Avatar

        You’re very welcome.

  9. ibarynt Avatar

    Your answer is way better than pretending to know it all.

    1. justrojie Avatar

      lol sometimes i feel like i don’t know anything…

      1. ibarynt Avatar

        That is like emptying oneself so there’s space for more learning.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *