In this episode, we dive deep into the struggles of perfectionists, the issues they face as they strive for perfection in their professional and personal lives, and what they can do to overcome the all-or-nothing mindset that leads to procrastination and lead happier and more successful lives.

Our guest expert for this episode is Sam Laura Brown, a perfectionism coach, host of the top-rated podcast The Perfectionism Project and the founder of Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - a group coaching program for perfectionists who are building businesses. Sam teaches perfectionists how to follow through with their plans and get out of their own way in their business.

We cover-

2:50 - What is perfectionism and how it impacts our life and business

8:30 - Perfectionism and the state of our emotions

11:45 - Understanding the past vs exploring our present day thoughts to overcome perfectionism

17:15 - Comprehensive examples to understand how it manifests in our life

28:20 - Instead of trying to manage perfectionistic tendencies, what does Sam recommend we do to alleviate its impact

30:20 - How a fixed and growth mindset contribute to perfectionism and procrastination

36:00 - Working towards milestones in a healthy way

39:00 - What mindset should we cultivate and maintain as we take on new, challenging projects to ensure steady progress

44:00 - How to set goals and planning mistakes to avoid

Resources recommended in the episode-

Sam Laura Brown's website - https://samlaurabrown.com/

The Perfectionism Project with Sam Laura Brown - https://samlaurabrown.com/podcast/

Join the PGSD waitlist – samlaurabrown.com/pgsd

Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups – samlaurabrown.com/power

Follow Sam on Instagram @perfectionismproject

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In the 50th episode of Beyond The Goals podcast, I am celebrating my learnings and my listeners by sharing the most important life lessons that I have learned from experience. I hope that they help you live a better life and find guidance in difficult, challenging moments of your life. 

Key Takeaways-

• 00:40 Celebrating the 50th episode of the show

Reach out to me on email ([email protected]), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mehra_krati/), or on the website https://www.kratimehra.com/contact/ 

To know more, visit https://www.kratimehra.com/most-important-life-lessons/

In this episode, I talk to Julie Nguyen, writer, creative consultant, trauma-informed relationship coach, and returning guest about consciously ending relationships in a healthy way, recovering from a breakup, and infusing your relationship with elements that make it truly magical. 

Julie Nguyen shares her own experience of ending a long term relationship along with all her expertise and insight on the subject. Previously, Julie was the Sex IRL column writer for HelloGiggles and advice columnist for mental wellness startup, Curio. She loves advocating & working with clients who want to develop a deeper understanding within themselves and question the why's behind their love ideologies and beliefs instead of just wanting the perfect-on-paper matches. 

Julie's Website - https://www.julienguyen.love/

Contact Julie- [email protected]

Julie's article on Trauma Bonding- https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/trauma-bonding

Finding Love & Sustaining Healthy Relationships with Julie Nguyen - https://www.kratimehra.com/finding-sustaining-healthy-relationships/

For more, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/healing-from-a-breakup-magic-of-relationships/

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As we approach the end of this year, I want you to go into 2022 with a heart open to possibilities and receptive to all the joy and abundance available to you. In order to help you do that, episode #48 is my attempt to help you forgive the past and let go of unhealthy emotions. In this episode, I cover-

• 01:30 How you should end this year and begin the next one

Resources mentioned during the episode- 

5 Key Steps To Handling Negative Emotions - https://www.kratimehra.com/handle-negative-emotions/

How to Leave Behind All Disappointments and Start The New Year Strong - https://www.kratimehra.com/start-the-year-strong/

Email your concerns to [email protected]

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For more, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/steps-to-forgiveness/

If you have big dreams but find yourself riddled with self-doubt and paralysed by a crippling fear of failure, this episode is for you. If you are ready to take it to the next level but find it difficult to take forward action, this episode is for you. If you want abundance but your internal narrative doesn’t support that desire or if your conscious goals are out of alignment with your subconscious beliefs, this episode is for you and Camilla is the ideal person to help you.

Camilla Sacre-Dallerup is a trained Life Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist and Meditation Teacher, as well as a Reiki Master. Camilla is also a best-selling author of three self-help books and a progressive motivational speaker.

Harnessing all or a combination of seven powerful mind tools, Camilla’s signature 7-System Mind Method identifies and erases previously-programmed limitations, up-levels existing negative thought patterns and raises your vibration from zero to hero. Through her wellbeing business, Camilla has worked with a range of local and international clients, from CEOs and celebrities to business owners and executive tv producers, specialising in challenges faced by those at the top of their professional game. During the conversation, we cover-

• How our subconscious influences our reality

Resources mentioned during the episode-

Camilla's Website - https://www.zenme.tv/

Free Meditation Experiences by Camilla Dallerup -https://www.zenme.tv/free-mind-tools/#freemeditations

Follow Camilla on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/camilladallerup/

Camilla's Books including 'Reinvent Me' - https://www.zenme.tv/books/

Your Subconscious Brain Can Change Your Life by Dr Mike Dow - https://www.amazon.in/Your-Subconscious-Brain-Change-Life/dp/1401955851

One Mind by Larry Dossey, M.D. - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/603328/one-mind-by-larry-dossey-md/

Follow me (mehra_krati) on Instagram

For more, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/

If we have someone we can lean on, someone we can trust and someone that truly understands us, life becomes easier. It amplifies the good in our life and the bad becomes bearable. The quality of our relationships, their strength and intensity has a massive impact on the quality of our life but for our relationships to be strong and loving, we need to communicate effectively and with consistence. In this episode, I share 8 suggestions that can help you improve communication in your relationships and create trust and understanding. 

Resources shared during the epiosde-

The Gifts Of Imperfection by  Brené Brown https://brenebrown.com/book/the-gifts-of-imperfection/

Harvard’s longest study of adult life reveals how you can be happier and more successful - https://www.cnbc.com/2018/03/20/this-harvard-study-reveals-how-you-can-be-happier-and-more-successful.html

The risks of social isolation - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2019/05/ce-corner-isolation

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In Episode #45, I am sharing my conversation with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice. We talk about Identifying, Understanding, and Healing Abuse and Dysfunction in Relationship. Trained in NARM and Somatic psychotherapy, Nadine emphasizes the mind-body connection when working with couples and individuals. Her personal and clinical expertise is in complex trauma, attachment, trauma bonds and narcissism. Dr. Nadine is also the ex-wife to the infamous Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort. And. She uses her personal experience and her professional expertise to help others end or heal abusive relationships and find the strength to create something better and healthier. We discuss-

Trauma bonding

Attachment styles

Signs of abusive/unhealthy relationships

Why we fall victim to and stay in abusive relationships

If it’s possible to take apart the dysfunction and build something better and healthier

Setting strong boundaries as a defence against abuse and to nurture our relationships.

What does a healthy relationship look like

How to recognise and differentiate between genuine remorse and empty apologies offered to keep you in an abusive relationship

How do you continue to nurture your individuality without taking away from your relationship and so much more

So, let’s dive in!

Dr. Nadine's website- https://www.nadinemacaluso.com/

Follow Dr. Nadine on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drnadinemacaluso/

An Introduction to the Dark Tetrad - https://www.nadinemacaluso.com/introduction-to-the-dark-tetrad/

The betrayal bond by Patrick Carnes - https://www.amazon.com/Betrayal-Bond-Breaking-Exploitive-Relationships/dp/1558745262

Adult Attachment -https://dianepooleheller.com/  

Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch - https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage-Intimacy-Committed-Relationships/dp/0393334279

Women who love psychopaths by M a Sandra L Brown- https://www.amazon.in/Women-Who-Love-Psychopaths-Relationships/dp/0984172807

 Art of loving by Erich Fromm - https://www.amazon.in/Art-Loving-P-S-Erich-Fromm/dp/0061129739

Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dr. Sue Johnson - https://drsuejohnson.com/

For more information, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com

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In this conversation, I talk to Danette May about embracing a holistic approach to healing. Danette May is the co-founder of Mindful Health and Earth Echo Foods, a much sought after coach for leaders and celebrities, a renowned speaker and best selling author of 7 books; Danette inspires people around the world to step up into the true and full expression of themselves and live up to their fullest potential. Her teachings and programs have transformed the lives of millions of people, allowing them to live their happiest and healthiest lives. She was named #16 on Women’s Fitness’ list of fitness & health leaders for 2018. In addition to her signature programs and products, and best selling books, Danette shares her wisdom and simple life hacks through national media interviews, keynote speeches and mastermind sessions, is a regular podcast guest, and has been featured in several documentary films. Through her brands, Danette focuses on the three pillars of healing: healing foods, healing movement, and a healing mindset. We discuss-

Where do we start our healing journey and is there an area that should be prioritised

Despite clarity, we struggle and stay stuck. We find it difficult to take forward action, why?

How to heal dysfunctional beliefs so that we don't self-sabotage

The kind of coach or other professionals we should work with to find lasting growth

Working on your mindset

Practical things we can do to get unstuck and find the confidence to share and work on our story

How Danette began her healing journey and what did she struggle struggle with the most

How to deal with the negativity and lack of support when it comes from our loved ones

What to do if you need support but your loved ones don’t come through

How Danette navigates her moments of insecurity

Attracting abundance in our life

Danette's NEW book-Embrace Abundance:  embraceabundancebook.com

Danette's website - danettemay.com

Follow Danette on Social media-

facebook.com/thedanettemay

instagram.com/thedanettemay

youtube.com/danettemay

In episode #43, I talk to Steph Corker about choosing careers that combine purpose with passion. Steph Corker is the founder and CEO of The Corker Co, a company that matches the right talent to the right organisations. Steph built the company after spending over a decade recruiting across several different sectors. She is all about living a life a life of adventure, a life that puts even your wildest dreams to shame, and she believes that it begins with the intersection of your work, your play and your purpose. Steph is also a passionate athlete having crossed 25 Ironman finish line. 

We discuss-

Life lessons for someone in the throes of developing their career

The ideal criteria to choose a career

Is it possible to have it all?

Can you live your purpose without becoming an entrepreneur

The qualities essential to building a successful career

Advice for those of us who don't have the luxury of choice and out of necessity have to make more practical choices

How to find the confidence to go after our more intimidating goals

Steph’s core values

How adventure enriches Steph’s life and impacts her performance

Resources mentioned during the episode

The Corker Collective - https://www.thecorkercollective.com/

Uncorked : The Podcast - https://www.thecorkercollective.com/uncorked-podcast

Think like a monk by Jay Shetty- https://thinklikeamonkbook.com/

On purpose with Jay Shetty - https://jayshetty.me/podcast/

Gift of StandOut - Marcus Buckingham - https://www.marcusbuckingham.com/gift-of-standout/

Follow Marcus Buckingham on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marcusbuckingham/

For show notes, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/build-career-that-you-love/

Amy E. Smith is a certified confidence coach, master certified hypnotherapist, speaker, and personal empowerment expert. She is also certified in Neuro Linguistic Programming, Emotional Freedom Technique, commonly called Tapping, and Inner Child Work. In the episode, we discuss- 

Amy's story and why she chooses to focus on this area

How did Amy initiate change in her life that was more reflective of who she was at her core? 

How to stand up for yourself without being a jerk

Resolving issues with parents

Choosing to share based on the other person’s perspective

How to become your own anchor and approaching communication from a place of strength

Why personal development lessons may not be enough and what else you can do to live a more successful life

Making choices that support the self without feeling selfish

Why it’s so important to speak and live your truth

Why it’s so important to teach emotional intelligence to your children

Resources mentioned during the episode-

Daring greatly by Brené Brown

Dare to lead by Brené Brown

Gifts of imperfection by Brené Brown

Amy's website- https://thejoyjunkie.com/

The Joy Junkie Show Podcast- https://thejoyjunkie.com/pods/

Amy's FREE eWorkbook, Stand up for Yourself without Being a Dick-

http://thejoyjunkie.com/workbook

Follow Amy on Instagram - http://instagram.com/thejoyjunkie

Empathy in children -

https://www.nytimes.com/1989/03/28/science/researchers-trace-empathy-s-roots-to-infancy.html

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Amelia Nagoski and Emily Nagoski

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski

To know more, visit - https://www.kratimehra.com/standing-up-for-yourself/

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