That Feeling of "Always-Behind and Never-Enough"—Here's the Antidote | Ellen Hendriksen
Jul 24, 2026 · 1h 5m
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest overview
Defining perfectionism vs. healthy striving
Root causes: genetics, parenting, and culture
The social function of perfectionism and isolation
Shifting from self-evaluation to self-observation
Shift 1: From self-criticism to kindness
Shifts 2-4: Values, rules, and mistakes
Shifts 5: From procrastination to productivity
Shift 6: From comparison to contentment
Shift 7: From control to authenticity and conclusion
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