What really is an inferiority complex? And do you have one?
On this page, I’ll reveal several little-known symptoms of an inferiority complex, so you can test and see if you have this deep-seated problem.
Along the way, I’ll also give you some practical tips and insights for how to overcome the feeling of inferiority.
When you were a baby, you were inferior. I know that sounds weird, yet think about it.
A baby can’t even stay alive on its own. It’s completely dependent on adults for survival. And as you grew from a baby into a child, you were still surrounded by older people who were more strong, capable and powerful than you.
The famous psychologist Alfred Adler said that feeling inferior is often a healthy motivation. When you receive criticism or see someone do something better than you,
this can drive you to eliminate your weaknesses. You’re motivated to become more powerful in the world so you don’t feel inferior anymore. Feeling inferior makes you learn from the superior people around you. You develop yourself, and eventually become one of these confident adults yourself.
