38: How to Find a Work-Life Balance When You're a Perfectionist - Work, Life, Balance Lesson #8

from Work-Life Balance Confessions: Conversations & Advice on Finding a Balance That Works For You · host Dalya Wittenberg

Perfectionism is often seen as a hindrance to work-lifebalance. After all, the dictionary defines a perfectionist as someone "not satisfied with anything less than perfect" - a mindset that can easily lead to burnout.In this episode, I explore insights from podcast interviewswhere perfectionism (or the lack of it) has come up. I’ll share the key lessons I've learned along the way, including:⭐️ 3 essential work-life balance take-aways from people who describe resisting perfectionism⭐️ Practical strategies for perfectionists to strike a healthier balance⭐️ Real-life examples of how perfectionism can both hinder and enhance work-life harmonyBelow are some links to other episodes referenced in the show. If you’d like to share your story of work-life balance and perfectionism, get in touch at [email protected]. RELATED EPISODES:On Being a Perfectionist: 10: On Finding Balance in Grief, Being a High-Achiever &Overcoming Imposter Syndrome-Katie's Story:https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/sNiDQWnqiQb23: On Housekeeping, Middle Age & Finding Work-LifeBalance When Your Marriage Ends - Helen’s Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/work-life-balance-confessions-stories-and-tips-to/id1570430336?i=1000652002324.On Resisting Perfectionism: 6: “Single & Childfree by Choice”. On boundary-setting& doing what makes you happy - Laurie’s Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-fine-balance/id1570430336?i=100055387266416: On Part-Time Working Fatherhood, Perfectionism &Finding Balance With Cancer-Sam's Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/work-life-balance-confessions-stories-and-tips-to/id1570430336?i=100063888426727: On Flexible Working, Morning Routines & FindingBalance When You Like To Be In Charge - Rebecca’s Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-fine-balance/id1570430336?i=1000659563287On Burnout: 3: On burnout and finding balance in the early stages ofworking life - Tahmid’s Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-fine-balance/id1570430336?i=100053701635925: On Work-Life Balance in Marketing and Corporate Jobs,Having Fun & Asking For Help - Dan’s Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-fine-balance/id1570430336?i=100065633598235: On Panic Attacks, Career Changes and Regaining BalanceAfter Hitting Rock Bottom - Routh's Story: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-fine-balance/id1570430336?i=1000679434706

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