Fake It Till You Make It: Psychology, Philosophy, and the Practice of Becoming: The Science, Ethics,

What if confidence wasn't a destination, but a decision?

We live in an age of performative authenticity, where we're told to "just be ourselves"-even when we have no idea who that is yet. In this bold, insightful, and often hilarious book, Fake It Till You Make It reclaims the power of strategic self-projection-not as deception, but as a bridge to genuine transformation.

From shy students to bold entrepreneurs, awkward artists to seasoned athletes, we all fake it sometimes. But what does science say about how pretending impacts performance? What are the ethical lines between ambition and illusion? And most importantly-how do we fake it well?

In this comprehensive and refreshingly honest guide, Dr. W. Davies-Davies takes you on a journey through:

✔ The psychological foundations of belief, identity, and behavior
✔ How self-efficacy, cognitive dissonance, and the placebo effect shape our reality
✔ The role of projection in business, creativity, education, and personal development
✔ The dangers of inauthenticity, burnout, and "imposter syndrome"
✔ A final twist: what happens when the author admits he faked his credentials too (until they became real)

With a mix of research, real-world examples, and dry wit, Davies-Davies invites you to rethink what it means to grow into your best self-and offers tools to help you get there, one brave (and possibly shaky) step at a time.

"You don't have to be ready. You have to act like someone who's becoming ready."

Whether you're standing at the edge of a stage, a boardroom, or a personal reinvention, this book reminds you that pretending isn't a betrayal-it's a beginning.

Perfect for readers of Adam Grant, Brené Brown, Angela Duckworth, Susan Cain, and anyone navigating self-doubt, ambition, and the art of becoming.