Do you feel like no matter how hard you try to make changes, you always seem to fall flat on your face? Maybe you stick to your goals for a few weeks, but then life happens—cupcakes are served, plans don't go as expected, and suddenly you find yourself devouring a whole bag of Oreos or adding more fabric to your already full stash.

If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

I'm Dara Tomasson, and welcome to the 200th episode of The Quilters Coach Podcast! That's right—200 episodes, over four years of showing up, learning, and growing together. And guess what? It's all been perfectly imperfect.

In this special episode, we're tackling perfectionism head-on. So many of my clients don't even realize they're perfectionists—until they take my quiz and have that oh wow moment. Perfectionism shows up in sneaky ways, keeping you stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, self-doubt, and endless frustration. But today, I'm here to offer you something invaluable: relief.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why embracing imperfection is the key to real change

• The perfectionism quiz—how to recognize the hidden ways perfectionism is holding you back

• How perfectionism fuels self-sabotage (whether it's with food, quilting, or relationships)

• The wisdom of Brianna Wiest, Benjamin Hardy, and Stephen Covey on growth, nature, and success

• How small, consistent actions over time lead to massive transformation

A Story of Breakthrough

I share the inspiring story of a woman who followed me for years, doubting herself, before finally reaching out. She thought she wasn't "smart enough" to figure things out, but the truth was, she just needed the right tools to process her emotions and break free from old patterns. Now, she's inside Love Yourself Thin, ready to change her life.

Take the Quiz!

Are you a perfectionist? Find out by taking the quiz on my website! It will calculate your results and give you insights into how perfectionism might be affecting your life. Visit www.daratomasson.com to take the quiz today.

Final Thoughts

You don't have to be perfect to grow. Nature isn't perfect, yet it flourishes. Growth happens in the mess, in the imperfections, in the willingness to try again. So buckle up, listen in, and give yourself the gift of embracing imperfection.

Resources & Links:

• Take the Perfectionist Quiz: HERE

• Join Love Yourself Thin: www.daratomasson.com

• Follow me on Instagram: @daratomasson

• Book: The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest

Thank you for being part of this journey. Here's to 200 episodes and many more to come!