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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2025 · 14 MIN

3. Done Is Better Than Perfect: Embracing Imperfection in Career and Life

from Unbreakable Mind & Body · host Tiana Gonzalez

Perfectionism has a way of keeping us locked in place, afraid to act until everything is flawless. But what if the key to growth lies in the messy middle of imperfect action? This raw and vulnerable episode explores my journey from paralyzing perfectionism to embracing the liberating concept that "done is better than perfect." I share how this shift in mindset finally allowed me to launch this podcast after recording 13 episodes in 2022 that never saw the light of day. The fears that once held me back—background noise, judgment, shame—now seem so small compared to the importance of sharing authentic stories that might help others feel less alone.Through personal stories about my snowboarding meltdown, persisting through an engineering degree I hated, and my winding career path from property management to fitness entrepreneurship, I illustrate how life presents us with repeated opportunities on a spiral staircase. Taking messy, imperfect action has cleared my path forward in ways that endless planning and perfectionism never could.Whether you're contemplating a career change, launching a creative project, or making any significant life transition, remember that you don't have to choose the hardest path—but you do have to choose something. Standing still means moving backward as everything around you continues to evolve. Subscribe to join me on this journey of growth, vulnerability, and the beautiful imperfection of progress over perfection.Send us Fan MailIf you want the deeper lessons behind strength training, join my newsletter called Between Reps: Building the Unbreakable Woman. Check it out HEREInstagram: www.instagram.com/tianamovesWebsite: unbreakablemb.comEmail: [email protected]: This show is for education and entertainment purposes only.  This is not intended as a replacement for therapy. Please seek out the help of a professional to assist you with your specific situation.

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