Unmasking Imposter Syndrome is Feb. 17 workshop topic

HealTree and John Mollura will present Unmasking Imposter Syndrome, an interactive workshop set for 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 17, at 1632 Savannah Road, Suite 10, Lewes. 

Imposter syndrome occurs when individuals feel they are fakes and will be found out, regardless of their past accomplishments. It robs people of the joy of their accomplishments and prevents them from living to their full potential. Imposter syndrome does not discriminate; it can affect anyone of any background, and it often affects high achievers. Feeling like a fake undeserving of accolades or accomplishments affects up to 70% of people. The mental anguish caused by imposter syndrome can prevent individuals from serving others as fully and deeply as they are able, due to feelings of being a fraud.

Now a Milford-based professional photographer, Mollura recalls a low point in his life. “I remember standing on stage almost 20 years ago, getting ready to receive a letter of commendation from the Department of Defense, and instead of feeling pride and joy for our team’s accomplishment, I was consumed with an intense fear that someone was going to say I was not truly deserving of this award,” he said. “I want to help others understand how imposter syndrome might be showing up in their lives, what it is costing them, and teach them the skills to begin to turn down the self-doubt in their own lives.”

In this workshop, participants will learn about imposter syndrome and its root causes, and how to turn off the negative voice and self-doubt. Mollura will guide participants in regaining their confidence to begin experiencing joy and satisfaction again. The $45 cost includes a workbook.

Mollura is a professional speaker who went from being a literal rocket scientist to a multi-award-winning heart-centered portrait photographer and men's coach. His unique career path provided life experiences that most only dream of. He spent decades leading a variety of teams, some that landed missions on Mars and others that protected the pilots of the most advanced fighter jet in the world, the F-35.

However, Mollura said he also knows firsthand what it feels like when achievements and elite-level accomplishments fail to fill a void inside oneself. While his career was rocketing to uncharted heights, a personal tragedy forced him to reevaluate everything he thought he knew. Over the years, as the proverbial scales fell from his eyes, Mollura began to see the world, and himself, differently. He knew there was more to life than having an impressive corporate career and began educating others on imposter syndrome. 

For more information or to sign up, go to healtree.co or call 302-827-4683.