How A Perfectionist Learns to Accept Herself - Coaching with Joe
Summary
Host Brett introduces a coaching session with Jo, who guides a woman named Gabby through her lifelong struggle with perfectionism. They uncover that her need for flawlessness stems from a childhood fear of rejection and a desire to avoid suffering. Gabby realizes that perfectionism has ironically caused more rejection, leading her to embrace her vulnerability and allow herself to simply be.
Topics discussed
Introduction: The perfectionism strategy
The irony of wanting to stop being a perfectionist
Pros and cons of perfectionism
Protecting against suffering and rejection
The illusion of being 'good enough'
Allowing yourself to be afraid
The desire to cry and compose oneself
Fear of rejection from others
The secret desire for universal approval
Seeing oneself through another's eyes
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