Perfectionism is a tricky trap that ensnares even the most successful among us. Driven by deep-rooted stories from childhood, the need to be perfect can easily spiral into burnout and self-sabotage. How can we move past these limiting beliefs to embrace imperfection on the path to growth and self-realization?
Today Dr. Morgan Levy explores the high cost of perfectionism and offers insights to rewrite your inner narrative and break free.
5 Key Takeaways:
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High achievers often link love, praise, and self-worth to constant performance starting at a young age. This forms the foundation for perfectionistic tendencies.
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Shifting your motivation from fear of failure to excitement for success can reduce pressure and increase enjoyment of the process.
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Accepting "good enough" in some areas of life preserves energy for excellence where it truly matters. Don't be the "good enough mother" loading the dishes perfectly!
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Therapy provides space for awareness, insight, and intentional change needed to transform deep-rooted patterns like perfectionism.
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Tune into what fulfills YOU, not society's "shoulds." Create based on your joy, and people who want it will find it.
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