July 28, 2025 • 12 mins
If you struggle with perfectionism this episode is for you. It's time to give yourself some Grace.
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Speaker 1 (00:03):
Welcome to the Healing Touch Podcast, a faith based ministry
created to guide you through emotional and spiritual healing, whether
you're navigating through life's challenges or simply seeking deeper truth.
This is a space where honesty meets hope. Join us
as we explore real life struggles, biblical insights, and practical
(00:24):
wisdom for the journey. No matter where you are in life,
you're not alone, and healing is possible. Start listening now
and let the healing begin.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Real simple, It's a touch from you no one else.
Speaker 3 (01:07):
Do the things you do, shake the road in my
life and make it right. Gave me all I need, Dougie,
who's a touch for on YouTube? From a master and
(01:32):
king all I need? It's a touch for on you.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
O God. Well, hello everyone out there, Welcome, Welcome to
the Healing Touch Podcast. I'm so excited. I'm just so
excited that you decided to tune in today to this episode.
You know, the Healing Touch Podcast is a sacred space
(02:04):
where we remind each other to trust God, resting his
love and heal one day at a time. So today's
episode is one that touches so many hearts and it's
the danger of perfectionism. Oh yeah, So the topic today
is letting go of unrealistic expectations and embracing grace. So
(02:29):
perfectionism can feel like a noble pursuit, striving to be excellent,
working hard, doing everything just right. But underneath it, perfectionism
often grows from fear, shame, and a deep desire to
be accepted and love. Listen, let's listen to this song
(02:50):
by Kirk Franklin and I will be back with to
talk more about.
Speaker 3 (03:00):
Show depression unemployment.
Speaker 4 (03:07):
Today there is no sunshine bucking the clouds, and it's
stark in my heart and it feels like a cold night.
Today's a new day. Where am blue?
Speaker 1 (03:25):
Guys?
Speaker 4 (03:27):
Where is the love and the joy that you promised me?
Speaker 3 (03:30):
Tell me so right, I'll be honest with you.
Speaker 4 (03:34):
I mostly a power that can't explain. Fell from head.
That's a shower.
Speaker 3 (03:45):
When I think I must better. I'm gonna beleeve when
this is over.
Speaker 5 (03:50):
Even though I see, yes, Sar, I know that is
working so far. E a beautiful what you do?
Speaker 3 (04:00):
Smile come on, smiles so.
Speaker 4 (04:05):
Down she would hate to sing again.
Speaker 6 (04:08):
Down Gods people so much shallow wave smile so.
Speaker 3 (04:13):
So every day gonna be perfect but it's still on
me today.
Speaker 5 (04:19):
Don't have pur come on today, but there is no sunshine,
nothing but clouds.
Speaker 4 (04:28):
And it stop in my heart and it feels like
a cold night.
Speaker 6 (04:33):
It ain't easy, but today's ay.
Speaker 4 (04:37):
You tell me wherever my news?
Speaker 1 (04:38):
Guys?
Speaker 3 (04:39):
Where is that love?
Speaker 1 (04:40):
Y'all?
Speaker 4 (04:41):
It was a love and the joy that you promised me.
Speaker 5 (04:44):
Tell me all right?
Speaker 3 (04:47):
The truth is a.
Speaker 4 (04:48):
Most steve, a power and a can explay.
Speaker 3 (04:53):
Holy Goes Power with y'all.
Speaker 4 (04:55):
From mad like the shower.
Speaker 3 (04:58):
I know we would hurt you, but still.
Speaker 4 (05:02):
Come on, even though start.
Speaker 7 (05:05):
And you feel that is still stop.
Speaker 4 (05:16):
So much down so I hate to see the game down.
Speaker 3 (05:22):
Cause people so much.
Speaker 5 (05:27):
Let's go.
Speaker 3 (05:33):
Whoa Can you just whatever you're in right now? Smile
and you just smile and the people say.
Speaker 1 (05:56):
So much.
Speaker 3 (05:59):
So understand you understand? I say, you understanding? And why
you're waiting during the summer? Stand yeah? And why you praying?
Speaker 6 (06:15):
Look in the mirror, always remembering the Sommerstand why you
almost came up.
Speaker 3 (06:26):
But the Holy Goes Power you.
Speaker 6 (06:30):
Turned down from the hardships, difficulty, here's his doors.
Speaker 3 (06:37):
This is what I do. Whatever is good. It's like
all things are working. Still stop yourself. I know it's
hard right now, because you are aware, you look better.
Speaker 7 (07:05):
Tell us some start.
Speaker 8 (07:08):
New Orleans start, come on Cleveland, and start Detroy, and
so stand up here, last Jersey start waiting Hellen, all
the people says.
Speaker 7 (07:33):
Yea, I just don't want you to be happy.
Speaker 3 (07:36):
Then you gotta have something happened there.
Speaker 7 (07:38):
I want you to have joy, because can't nobody take
that from you. I see you smarty.
Speaker 3 (07:51):
Y'all want some more? Y'all want some of that? Are
y'all sure? Y'all want some more of that?
Speaker 1 (08:02):
Wow? I'm telling you I really love that song. So
you know, when you see yourself down, just smile. You know, well,
welcome back. And I'm talking about letting go of unrealistic
expectations and embracing grace. We're talking about the danger of perfectionism. Now,
(08:23):
when you live under the weight of perfectionism, you're never enough,
not smart enough, not holy enough, not strong enough. You
measure your worth by your performance. And when you fall short,
and we all do, you feel like a failure. But
listen up, that is not how God sees you. Psalms
(08:47):
one hundred and three and fourteen tells us, for he
knows how we are formed, He remembers that we are dust.
God doesn't expect perfection from us. He offers grace. He
knows your struggles, your limits, and your wounds, and He
still loves you fully the same. Perfectionism is dangerous because
(09:13):
it leads to burnout, anxiety, self criticism, and even spiritual exhaustion.
It keeps us stuck, afraid to take risks or move
forward because we might mess up, and it also robs
us of joy. But here's the truth. God never asks
you to be perfect. He asks you to trust him.
(09:37):
Tewod Corinthians twelve and nine reminds us, My grace is
sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Listen,
weakness is not failure. It is where His strength shines.
You don't have to have it all together. You just
(09:59):
have to stay cold, close to the one who holds
all things, all things together. So listen, Let go of
the pressure, lay down the unrealistic expectations. You're not called
to be perfect, You're called to be faithful. So take
small steps, make peace with your imperfections, and give yourself
(10:22):
the same grace that God gives you when you fail.
Fall into his arms when you're tired, rest in his presence,
and when you're unsure, remember you are loved just as
you are. Listen, I want to pray with you, dear
(10:43):
heaven Father. We come before you, weary from trying to
be perfect. Father asks that you help us to stop
striving and start resting in your grace. Father asks that
you teach us to see ourselves through your loving eyes.
Let us walk in freedom, knowing that our worth is
(11:04):
found in being your beloved, not in how well we perform.
In Jesus' name, I pray in this mess. If this
message spoke to your heart, share it with someone who
needs to be reminded they are enough in Christ. And
always remember all you need is a healing touch. Until
(11:26):
next time, take care of your heart gracefully, patiently, and
prayer Forlly. Thank you for a spending time with me
here on the Hell of Touch Podcast. If this episode
gave you something to think about, I'd love for you
to share it and like it. Also visit my website
(11:48):
www dot a Healing touchpodcast dot com. Visit the gift
shop and show kindness to someone with the gift. Remember
God loves you and he wants to heal you with
his Healing Touch. In a world that moves too fast,
(12:11):
find a moment to breathe at the Healing Touch Podcast
gift Shop. Every gift tells a story, a story of hope,
of healing, of faith in God's perfect timing. Whether it's
a tumbler to brighten your mourning, a candle to calm
your evening, or a devotional that lifts your soul, each
piece is crafted to remind you that you are seen, loved,
(12:34):
and never alone. Shop now at the healingtouchpodcast dot com
and share a gift that touches the heart. The Healing
Touch Podcast gift Shop gifts with a purpose
Welcome to the Healing Touch Podcast, a faith based ministry
created to guide you through emotional and spiritual healing, whether
you're navigating through life's challenges or simply seeking deeper truth.
This is a space where honesty meets hope. Join us
as we explore real life struggles, biblical insights, and practical
(00:24):
wisdom for the journey. No matter where you are in life,
you're not alone, and healing is possible. Start listening now
and let the healing begin.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Real simple, It's a touch from you no one else.
Speaker 3 (01:07):
Do the things you do, shake the road in my
life and make it right. Gave me all I need, Dougie,
who's a touch for on YouTube? From a master and
(01:32):
king all I need? It's a touch for on you.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
O God. Well, hello everyone out there, Welcome, Welcome to
the Healing Touch Podcast. I'm so excited. I'm just so
excited that you decided to tune in today to this episode.
You know, the Healing Touch Podcast is a sacred space
(02:04):
where we remind each other to trust God, resting his
love and heal one day at a time. So today's
episode is one that touches so many hearts and it's
the danger of perfectionism. Oh yeah, So the topic today
is letting go of unrealistic expectations and embracing grace. So
(02:29):
perfectionism can feel like a noble pursuit, striving to be excellent,
working hard, doing everything just right. But underneath it, perfectionism
often grows from fear, shame, and a deep desire to
be accepted and love. Listen, let's listen to this song
(02:50):
by Kirk Franklin and I will be back with to
talk more about.
Speaker 3 (03:00):
Show depression unemployment.
Speaker 4 (03:07):
Today there is no sunshine bucking the clouds, and it's
stark in my heart and it feels like a cold night.
Today's a new day. Where am blue?
Speaker 1 (03:25):
Guys?
Speaker 4 (03:27):
Where is the love and the joy that you promised me?
Speaker 3 (03:30):
Tell me so right, I'll be honest with you.
Speaker 4 (03:34):
I mostly a power that can't explain. Fell from head.
That's a shower.
Speaker 3 (03:45):
When I think I must better. I'm gonna beleeve when
this is over.
Speaker 5 (03:50):
Even though I see, yes, Sar, I know that is
working so far. E a beautiful what you do?
Speaker 3 (04:00):
Smile come on, smiles so.
Speaker 4 (04:05):
Down she would hate to sing again.
Speaker 6 (04:08):
Down Gods people so much shallow wave smile so.
Speaker 3 (04:13):
So every day gonna be perfect but it's still on
me today.
Speaker 5 (04:19):
Don't have pur come on today, but there is no sunshine,
nothing but clouds.
Speaker 4 (04:28):
And it stop in my heart and it feels like
a cold night.
Speaker 6 (04:33):
It ain't easy, but today's ay.
Speaker 4 (04:37):
You tell me wherever my news?
Speaker 1 (04:38):
Guys?
Speaker 3 (04:39):
Where is that love?
Speaker 1 (04:40):
Y'all?
Speaker 4 (04:41):
It was a love and the joy that you promised me.
Speaker 5 (04:44):
Tell me all right?
Speaker 3 (04:47):
The truth is a.
Speaker 4 (04:48):
Most steve, a power and a can explay.
Speaker 3 (04:53):
Holy Goes Power with y'all.
Speaker 4 (04:55):
From mad like the shower.
Speaker 3 (04:58):
I know we would hurt you, but still.
Speaker 4 (05:02):
Come on, even though start.
Speaker 7 (05:05):
And you feel that is still stop.
Speaker 4 (05:16):
So much down so I hate to see the game down.
Speaker 3 (05:22):
Cause people so much.
Speaker 5 (05:27):
Let's go.
Speaker 3 (05:33):
Whoa Can you just whatever you're in right now? Smile
and you just smile and the people say.
Speaker 1 (05:56):
So much.
Speaker 3 (05:59):
So understand you understand? I say, you understanding? And why
you're waiting during the summer? Stand yeah? And why you praying?
Speaker 6 (06:15):
Look in the mirror, always remembering the Sommerstand why you
almost came up.
Speaker 3 (06:26):
But the Holy Goes Power you.
Speaker 6 (06:30):
Turned down from the hardships, difficulty, here's his doors.
Speaker 3 (06:37):
This is what I do. Whatever is good. It's like
all things are working. Still stop yourself. I know it's
hard right now, because you are aware, you look better.
Speaker 7 (07:05):
Tell us some start.
Speaker 8 (07:08):
New Orleans start, come on Cleveland, and start Detroy, and
so stand up here, last Jersey start waiting Hellen, all
the people says.
Speaker 7 (07:33):
Yea, I just don't want you to be happy.
Speaker 3 (07:36):
Then you gotta have something happened there.
Speaker 7 (07:38):
I want you to have joy, because can't nobody take
that from you. I see you smarty.
Speaker 3 (07:51):
Y'all want some more? Y'all want some of that? Are
y'all sure? Y'all want some more of that?
Speaker 1 (08:02):
Wow? I'm telling you I really love that song. So
you know, when you see yourself down, just smile. You know, well,
welcome back. And I'm talking about letting go of unrealistic
expectations and embracing grace. We're talking about the danger of perfectionism. Now,
(08:23):
when you live under the weight of perfectionism, you're never enough,
not smart enough, not holy enough, not strong enough. You
measure your worth by your performance. And when you fall short,
and we all do, you feel like a failure. But
listen up, that is not how God sees you. Psalms
(08:47):
one hundred and three and fourteen tells us, for he
knows how we are formed, He remembers that we are dust.
God doesn't expect perfection from us. He offers grace. He
knows your struggles, your limits, and your wounds, and He
still loves you fully the same. Perfectionism is dangerous because
(09:13):
it leads to burnout, anxiety, self criticism, and even spiritual exhaustion.
It keeps us stuck, afraid to take risks or move
forward because we might mess up, and it also robs
us of joy. But here's the truth. God never asks
you to be perfect. He asks you to trust him.
(09:37):
Tewod Corinthians twelve and nine reminds us, My grace is
sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Listen,
weakness is not failure. It is where His strength shines.
You don't have to have it all together. You just
(09:59):
have to stay cold, close to the one who holds
all things, all things together. So listen, Let go of
the pressure, lay down the unrealistic expectations. You're not called
to be perfect, You're called to be faithful. So take
small steps, make peace with your imperfections, and give yourself
(10:22):
the same grace that God gives you when you fail.
Fall into his arms when you're tired, rest in his presence,
and when you're unsure, remember you are loved just as
you are. Listen, I want to pray with you, dear
(10:43):
heaven Father. We come before you, weary from trying to
be perfect. Father asks that you help us to stop
striving and start resting in your grace. Father asks that
you teach us to see ourselves through your loving eyes.
Let us walk in freedom, knowing that our worth is
(11:04):
found in being your beloved, not in how well we perform.
In Jesus' name, I pray in this mess. If this
message spoke to your heart, share it with someone who
needs to be reminded they are enough in Christ. And
always remember all you need is a healing touch. Until
(11:26):
next time, take care of your heart gracefully, patiently, and
prayer Forlly. Thank you for a spending time with me
here on the Hell of Touch Podcast. If this episode
gave you something to think about, I'd love for you
to share it and like it. Also visit my website
(11:48):
www dot a Healing touchpodcast dot com. Visit the gift
shop and show kindness to someone with the gift. Remember
God loves you and he wants to heal you with
his Healing Touch. In a world that moves too fast,
(12:11):
find a moment to breathe at the Healing Touch Podcast
gift Shop. Every gift tells a story, a story of hope,
of healing, of faith in God's perfect timing. Whether it's
a tumbler to brighten your mourning, a candle to calm
your evening, or a devotional that lifts your soul, each
piece is crafted to remind you that you are seen, loved,
(12:34):
and never alone. Shop now at the healingtouchpodcast dot com
and share a gift that touches the heart. The Healing
Touch Podcast gift Shop gifts with a purpose
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