Rachel Thornton believes perfectionism isn’t about excellence—it’s about confusing your identity with your output. In this episode, she and Tori explore how perfectionism manifests in motherhood, careers, relationships, and especially during midlife transitions. You’ll learn why perfectionism is so common for women, and how to reclaim your sense of self beyond the to-do list. 


Chapters  
00:00 Understanding the Role of a Therapist 
07:22 The Perils of Perfectionism 
09:53 Perfectionism in Women: A Deeper Look 
15:53 The Impact of Early Messaging on Body Image 
22:08 Parenting and Perfectionism: Breaking the Cycle 
24:25 Navigating Teenage Perfectionism 
27:57 Striving for Excellence vs. Perfectionism 
30:10 Reframing Identity and Actions 
34:40 Midlife Reflections and Identity Shifts 
48:32 Finding Peace Beyond Perfectionism 
 
Rachel Thornton | IG: @rachelthorntonlcsw 
Website: https://www.reframetherapyutah.com/about 
  
Tori Poulter | IG: @shala_hormonehealth   
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