When Perfection Steals Your Joy (and How to Get It Back)

“Perfection is grabbing tight. Surrender is letting go.”

Perfection steals joy faster than a toddler steals snacks. And this time of year? Whew. It creeps into our celebrations, our families, our expectations, and even our walk with Jesus.

In this episode, Carol, Kelly, and Tricia get super honest about why we cling to perfection, what it exposes in our hearts, and how surrender frees us to enjoy God — and each other — so much more. From Christmas card chaos to Spanx mishaps to the deeper spiritual roots underneath our striving, the girls unpack why perfection is a heavy burden Jesus never asked us to carry.

You’ll laugh, you’ll feel seen, and you’ll be gently nudged back toward the One who already loves you — not the polished version of you, but the real one.

REMEMBER...

• Perfection is usually rooted in insecurity.
  When we’re focused on managing how others see us, our eyes aren’t on Jesus — they’re on ourselves.

• Striving for perfection always leads to anxiety.
  Peace comes from trusting God, not controlling outcomes.

• Holiness and perfection are not the same.
  Perfection is for approval. Holiness flows from love and surrender.