439 | Done is Better Than Perfect | Your Obsession With Getting it Right the First Time is Holding You Back. Overcoming Fear, Perfectionism, and Self-Doubt.

Perfectionism isn’t productivity; it’s fear in disguise. In today’s episode, Tyra talks about releasing the pressure of getting everything right the first time and embracing progress over perfection. We break down the truth about perfectionism, how it’s often fear dressed up as productivity, discipline, or control, and explore how starting messy can unlock your next-level potential if you have a little audacity.This week’s Affirmation is: “I give myself permission to start messy & grow along the way.”3 Biggest TakeawaysPerfectionism is fear in disguise. It shows up dressed as productivity, discipline, control, or even “doing your best,” but underneath it’s really just fear: fear of failure, judgment, or not being enough. Recognizing that is the first step to freeing yourself.Done is better than perfect. Growth, learning, and creativity happen in the messy middle. The more you start, stumble, and iterate, the stronger and more confident you become. Waiting for perfection is the enemy of progress.Learning out loud builds resilience and connection. Sharing your imperfect journey, whether publicly or in a trusted space—helps you normalize trial and error, reframe mistakes as lessons, and create space for growth without letting fear hold you back.Community Connection LinksSign up for the Community Newsletter!: www.tyrathecreative.com/podcastJoin the AFBG Book Club: https://tyrathecreative.myflodesk.com/xkz6bzvn29 Shop the AFBG Merch!: http://tyrathecreative.com/merchLetters From Listeners Form: https://forms.gle/yqwdsBuRBjXQm9Xw7Subscriber Survey: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6ResourcesShop Tyra’s Favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/tyrathecreativeHere’s a free trial of ClassPass (with 20 bonus credits!): https://shop.tyrathecreative.com/classpass Listen to Lofi Beats for Deep Focus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfBhamgkCww&t=2222s Wanna give therapy a try? Use BetterHelp: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Try the Calm App: https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre Alexis’ ‘Feeling My Shelf’ Newsletter: https://www.feelingmyshelfnewsletter.com/ 50 side quests to do this year - https://we.tl/t-gmLxjREKx4  Send an Email: [email protected] P.O. Box:TYRA MORRISONP.O. BOX 674NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl!Follow Us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/affirmationsforblackgirlsFollow Us on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@affirmationsforblackgirlsFollow Us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@afbg_podcastFollow Us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@affirmationsforblackgirlsThe links above may be commission linksOur Sponsors:* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code AFFIRMATIONS for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy