3 Ways to Ditch the 20-Ton Perfectionist Shield You Carry

Could your perfectionist tendencies be holding you back from real success and happiness? Join us on Balance and Beyond as we dive into the hidden world of perfectionism, exploring how it silently influences our daily lives and prevents us from reaching our full potential. By understanding the subtleties of perfectionist behavior—like hesitating to share ideas in meetings, endlessly reviewing work, or constantly feeling inadequate—we can start to dismantle the 20-ton shield built from fear and shame. This episode is packed with insights on how to identify and address these behaviors, helping you break free from the cycle of shame and fear, and ultimately step into your true potential with confidence and self-compassion.In this episode, we uncover the emotional toll perfectionism takes, particularly on women juggling multiple roles. We'll highlight real-life examples showing how perfectionist tendencies lead to burnout, procrastination, and self-sabotage, robbing us of joy and quality time with loved ones. By aligning our conscious and subconscious minds, we can set more realistic standards for ourselves and redefine what true balance and success look like. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion filled with actionable tools and strategies to help you achieve genuine balance and embrace a more fulfilling life.To sign up for our free two-part workshop on perfectionism, visit: https://www.balanceinstitute.com/perfectionistIf you prefer visuals, we're excited to announce that we've just launched on YouTube! Check out our video here: https://youtu.be/bR-n7bCCIHw?si=2zJb4AD8U7YJX40UTo view the Transcript from this week's episode, visit our Balance & Beyond Podcast webpage: https://www.balanceinstitute.com/podcast/2024/56Send a text message to JoThe Balance & Beyond Podcast Hosted by Jo Stone, founder of The Balance InstituteFor women who are already succeeding, but beginning to wonder if they're willing to keep losing themselves in the process.We know high achievers, because we are one. This podcast draws on Jo's 20 years in global leadership and thousands of hours coaching executives and ambitious women: the patterns she sees, how to untangle them, and what it actually takes to keep your success without paying for it with yourself.If something landed today, there's more where that came from.And if you know a woman this would resonate with, send it her way.🎙️https://www.balanceinstitute.com/podcast 🔗 www.balanceinstitute.com💼https://au.linkedin.com/in/stonejoanne📷 @therealjostone