Perfectionism—it’s something so many female athletes silently battle. In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m getting real about the pressure to be perfect, where it comes from, and how it’s impacted my own mindset as a college softball player.

From a childhood moment that unknowingly shaped me to the unspoken standards athletes face every day, we’re unpacking the mental weight of chasing flawless performance. I’ll share research on the roots of perfectionism, how it shows up in sports, and why tying your worth to stats can be so damaging.

You’ll also hear what’s been helping me shift from perfection to progress—because you can compete at a high level and still be kind to yourself.

If you’ve ever felt like your best still isn’t enough, this episode is for you.

🎙 Topics include:

• The root causes of perfectionism

• How perfectionism shows up in athletes

• The difference between healthy & harmful standards

• Mindset tools to start making the shift

• Real stories from this week’s Women’s College World Series

And of course… stick around for the Dirty Details.