#393 The Paralyzing Pursuit of Perfectionism with Cathi Sessions, LCSW

Perfectionism can seem like a worthy thing to work towards, but the truth is, it actually keeps us from creating and becoming our true selves. It holds us back from true connection and intimacy and dulls and cheapens our life experience. In this episode, my good friend, Cathi Sessions, LCSW, and I discuss how perfectionism has impacted our lives and she shares are really amazing dream about her own perfectionist tendencies that has helped her to move into a much healthier space of being a human. Thanks for listening! Want to learn more about this concept? Check out these podcasts: #110 The Cost of Being Right on Apple on Spotify #116 The Peace of Imperfection on Apple on Spotify #127 Our Worth & Our Works on Apple on Spotify #143 Stuck in Perfectionism on Apple on Spotify #156 The Benefits of Being Wrong on Apple on Spotify #164 How Being in Control is Destroying Your Life on Apple on Spotify #235 The Beautiful Mess on Apple on Spotify #275 The Problem With Being Good on Apple on Spotify #305 When We Don't Feel Good Enough on Apple on Spotify #326 Stop Being Right, Start Being Safe on Apple on Spotify Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion. You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me? Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

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