The Problem With Perfect

What Simone Biles Taught Us About Taking a Mental Break


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It's difficult for perfectionists to separate who we are from what we do. Unfortunately, we often define our worth by our latest achievements. But what happens when the pressure to do more and do it better drains us, leaving us physically and mentally exhausted? 

In this episode, we look to Olympic gymnast Simone Biles for the answer. With the whole world watching, Simone unapologetically decided to prioritize her mental health - challenging us all to evaluate our need to do the same. Join us for a conversation about how to know when you need a mental health holiday and get some ideas for what a day for YOU might look like.

Hit the highlights:
5:15 Would you have the courage to do this?

7:30 Is our culture the cause for mental exhaustion? What is behind our problem with performance?

12:30 Is our culture shifting to recognize the importance of this?

14:00 Listen here for the classic symptoms that it's time for you to take a mental health day.

15:00 Want more info on how worry keeps you awake at night, listen to this episode with guest Nick Wignall.

21:25 Listen here for Robin's "momming" moment with Rachel.

26:50 What do Simone Biles and Jesus have in common? Listen here to find out.

32:30 Here's what our perfect mental health day looks like. What is yours?



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The Problem With PerfectBy Robin May and Denise Bickel

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