Battling Perfectionism and Self-Criticism

Setting goals is great, but overburdening yourself with unrealistic expectations and difficult demands can hinder your progress and recovery.   In this episode, Deena emphasizes the significance of self-care during the holiday season and shares how she combats being her own worst critic, along with a powerful reminder that progress, not perfection, is the real goal.         In this episode, you’ll also hear: Rigid routines and excessive demands of perfectionism      Feeling unrecognized and knowing your triggers Recognizing self-criticism and the need for affirmations  Must-listen moments:  [00:3:55] Perfectionism and eating disorders is a really complex battle. Perfectionism is never attainable.  [00:11:38] I think it's important to identify, especially now during the holidays, the cycle that you're going through, identifying what triggers you. [00:17:37] I've had to learn how to give myself those affirmations and not always have to get them from other people. Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at [email protected] Contribute a few bucks to the “Are You Going To Eat Your Fat?” Patreon to help cover production costs and the coordination and provision of resources.  Whether you’re in recovery or currently in your eating disorder, you’re invited to join our FREE Facebook Group, “Are You Going to Eat Your Fat?” where you’ll find helpful recovery guidance, quotes, and support multiple times a week. There are already 33 members! Will you be next?