people experiencing the imposter syndrome feel they do not belong in their environment, because they think others know more and can do things better. this often happens in relation to studying or work, but can also apply to personal relationships with other people. in the case of relationships with other people, those with imposter syndrome worry that they are not good at what they do as well. they believe they are not a good partner, colleague or friend and that they have tricked others into liking them.