Fear of Success?

You're fairly confident in your abilities, but you balk at the pressure of maintaining success once you have it. You know that your achievements will breed higher expectations, and you worry that you won't be able  to meet them. You may even be experiencing what psychologist call impostor syndrome, the fear that those around you will discover you're not really as talented or competent as they think.                  People who fear success often credit their achievements to circumstances rather than to their talent and other assets. The key for these people is to accept responsibility for their accomplishments. Now make a list of the skills and qualities you drew on to win it- determination, intelligence, creativity, charm...(If you're struggling, ask a friend for help; others can often see your assets more clearly than   you can.) Make this exercise a habit each time something goes well at work. Once you begin to see your strengths in action everyday, you will recognize that you are, in fact, well-equipped to tackle whatever challenges lie ahead.