In this episode of The Radical Ownership Podcast, Dr. Eric Perry explores the misunderstood topic of perfectionism, exploring its hidden roots and pervasive impact. While often celebrated as a pursuit of high standards, perfectionism is actually a barrier that fuels fear, procrastination, and stagnation. Through his insights, Dr. Perry sheds light on the ways perfectionism masquerades as ambition, while secretly paralyzing progress and limiting creativity.
Dr. Perry challenges the common advice to simply 'lower your standards' and instead provides actionable strategies to redefine success, embrace imperfection, and build resilience. He explains how to replace fear with trust, shift focus from flawless outcomes to meaningful progress, and reclaim time and energy from the grip of perfectionism.
Listeners will learn about:
The true nature of perfectionism and its impact on confidence and creativity
Why fear, not high standards, drives perfectionism
How perfectionism creates an illusion of control that undermines true confidence
Strategies to redefine success, build resilience, and embrace progress over perfection
Practical tools to reclaim time, focus on the process, and unlock creativityDr. Perry provides insights and practical tools to help listeners recognize how perfectionism may be holding them back. By embracing imperfection and focusing on progress, listeners can take deliberate steps toward meaningful growth and fulfillment.
Tune in to discover how breaking free from perfectionism can lead to a more purposeful, confident, and balanced life. With Dr. Perry’s guidance, you will redefine success, embrace progress, and take radical ownership of your growth.
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