Overcoming Perfectionism and Showing Up Imperfectly

So many women and mothers show up in my office struggling with high expectations and perfectionism. 

The challenge? Life is not perfect. You are not meant to be perfect. There will be mistakes. It is not possible to be the perfect caregiver, partner and individual.  

And even more so? It’s a trait that society places on us.

And it’s not healthy.

Join me as I speak with Dr. Jen Douglas, a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, licensed psychologist, and mental wellness speaker. She focuses on helping individuals overcome anxiety, perfectionism and trauma which may be holding them back from living their lives in the most full and authentic way.

In this episode, we discuss:

• 13:47 - What is perfectionism and how does it show up for people?
• 22:23 - Why do I strive for it?
• 34:37 - What is the connection between burnout and perfectionism?
• 48:09 - Overcoming the all or nothing thinking
• 53:13 - What you can start doing now to help perfectionism

To find our more about Dr. Jen Douglas, visit her on Instagram or check out her Freedom from Perfectionism course.

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