Just like all things in life, perfectionist tendencies can be good and bad for us, depending on how we use it. The key is knowing how to adjust the dials of perfectionism to make it work for us.

"I've learned that, far from being a waste of time or counterproductive to my success, self-care and self-compassion are actually essential for peak performance. For so many years, I believed that my ruthless self-criticism was driving me forward. But I now know that it can more appropriately be viewed as a massive weight around my ankles that was holing me back. I also now appreciate the extent to which doing things that provide me with a sense of joy, meaning, and connection actually turbocharges my energy, motivation, and performance, as well as my health and happiness."

In this episode, Dr. Juna interviews Jordana Confino, a Yale Law School graduate, who after seven years of practicing law, is now following her passion as a lifestyle coach for high-achieving professionals.

They discuss:

🍎 Jordana's journey from being a perfectionist, overachiever to burning out in law school and discovering positive psychology

💯 How perfectionism is rooted in deep-seated fears of not being good enough

❤️ Why self-criticism and "shoulds" lead nowhere

The importance of self-compassion in achieving sustainable success

🤓 How to separate perfectionism from having high standards

Practical tips for listening to your true passions and values

Jordana Confino is a certified positive psychology coach and the founder of JC Coaching & Consulting. She helps lawyers, doctors, and other high achievers transform their lives for the better.

Connect with Jordana:

Website: jordanaconfino.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jordanaconfino

Instagram: instagram.com/jordanaconfino

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