I've heard it said that self-doubt is always the same attack. But I've realized it does change, even if only slightly.
Before Jeremy and I did mornings together, I hosted a radio show by myself. I'd get hit with crippling thoughts right before going on air: "Why does anybody care what you say? Why haven't you been fired yet?" It was tough, but I learned to respond: "Maybe no one cares, and maybe I'll get fired tomorrow. But today, I'm here, and I have something to say."
Those thoughts eventually vanished, and I thought I was free. But recently, I realized the same attack has been happening for two and a half years, just disguised: "Did you see Jeremy's face? He didn't like that. They should let him do the whole show."
The attack had changed slightly, but it was still there. Now, I need to change how I fight back once again. Recognizing it is the first step.