This episode delves into the concept of perfectionism and its various facets. It begins by exploring how a fear of losing control often drives perfectionism. The episode highlights the relationship between overpreparing and perfectionism, showcasing how this thought pattern can become ingrained.

The episode concludes with a valuable mantra: "Done is better than perfect," emphasizing the importance of progress over unattainable perfection. In essence, this episode provides insights into the nature of perfectionism, its impact, and the importance of finding a balanced approach in various aspects of life.

What you’ll learn:

•  The desire for perfection can lead to a constant need to control outcomes, which can be detrimental.
• Overpreparing is a common manifestation of perfectionism and can lead to unhealthy thought patterns.
• Perfectionism can come at a significant cost, including stress, burnout, and missed opportunities. 

0:47 Perfectionism fuelled by the fear behind the control

04:20 Overpreparing and perfectionism: Creating a thought pattern

0:47 Perfectionism as an element of over-functioning 

05:23 Who is a perfectionist 

07:45 The cost of perfectionism

10:49 Done is better than perfect

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