Ep. 187 - A Guide for Recovering Perfectionists: How to Let Go Without Lowering Your Standards

Send us Fan MailIf you identify as a recovering perfectionist... or suspect you might be one, this episode is for you. You’ll recognise the pressure to get everything right, the over-editing, the time guilt, the anxiety before and after you speak, and the quiet belief that if you just try harder, you’ll finally feel calm.This episode is a practical, compassionate guide to understanding how perfectionism really operates in your life - not as a flaw, but as a learned safety strategy rooted in high expectations, people-pleasing, and fear of judgment. You’ll see how it shows up through overthinking, harsh self-talk, unrealistic time standards, and the constant feeling of being “behind.”More importantly, you’ll learn how to recover without losing your integrity. You’ll be guided through tools to shift from perfection to progress: prioritising output over over-polishing, time-blocking with boundaries, journaling to reality-check your standards, and building trust in yourself and others.This episode helps you trade pressure for calm, and finally breathe again.If this episode resonated with you, don't leave it as another podcast insight.Whether you're navigating a leadership challenge, struggling with confidence, feeling overwhelmed, or simply looking for a fresh perspective, coaching can help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and calm.If you're ready for that next step, book a session at www.rhiannonbush.com.No discovery call. No sales pitch. Just coaching.I'd love to work with you.