Episode 3: Perfectionism as Protection
Perfectionism isn’t just about high standards—it’s a survival strategy rooted in trauma. In this episode of The Millennial Cyclebreaker Podcast, trauma therapist Caitlin Weese, LCSW explores how perfectionism develops as a protective response to childhood trauma, shame, and fear of failure.
You’ll learn how EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory, and psychodynamic approaches explain perfectionism as a nervous system response. Caitlin shares how unprocessed memories fuel the inner critic, why perfectionist parts work so hard to keep you “safe,” and a practical tool to begin loosening perfectionism’s grip: the “good enough” practice.
If you struggle with CPTSD, trauma recovery, people-pleasing, burnout, or self-criticism, this episode offers validation and actionable steps to help you move from survival mode to authentic living.
✨ Learn more about trauma therapy and healing at www.intuitivehealingandwellness.net.
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