Why to Stop Aiming for Perfection
Ep. 12: Breaking Perfect featuring Chris Oeurn, Camera Operator
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Featured Guest:
Chris Oeurn, Camera Operator
Instagram: @chrisoeurn
Website: https://framingup.com
This episode "Breaking Perfect" is "perfect" for you if... you grew up with immigrant parents and relate to the following:
- Feeling like you had/have to be perfect.
- Feeling like you had to be grateful all the time
- Feeling pressured to succeed because you “had it easier”.
In this episode Chris Oeurn, a camera operator and fellow second generation adult shares about how Chris navigates the ideas of perfection, pressure, and imposter syndrome while building a successful career in the motion picture industry.
Chris brings an honest, rare, behind the scenes look at what it means to navigate creative work, personal growth and cultural/societal expectations all at the same time.
Whether or not you work in the motion picture industry, the stories, tips and tools are so relatable. Chris shares so many great insights that will help you rethink how you talk to yourself when things feel heavy.
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Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction: Breaking the Myth of Perfection
02:00 Why Perfection Feels Like Safety
03:15 What We Tell Our Parents about Our Jobs
06:00 The Surprising Mix of the Camera Operator Role
08:00 The Pressure to not "mess up"
12:00 Managing Imposter Syndrome
17:00 Generational Trauma, Resilience, and Growth
20:00 Tools for Success for High Achievers
23:00 Why Doing More Isn’t Always the Answer
Show notes and more at: https://heyallisonly.com/podcast/12