Ep 330: One set of rules for you, another for them? Finding freedom from your impossible standards

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) who sets impossibly high standards for yourself but not anyone else? If so, this episode of SelfKind - a podcast for Highly Sensitive People - is for you. In this episode I (your host, Erica Webb) talk about why we do this and the impact setting impossible standards can have on us. I also talk about how to cultivate self-compassion as a way of re-writing the rulebook for yourself. You will hear: ⭐️ Why you're not alone if you set impossibly high standards for yourself as a highly sensitive person⭐️ Why self-criticism isn't helping you ⭐️ The impact of perfectionism on your mental health⭐️ The importance of practicing self-compassion and acceptance⭐️ Strategies to soften self-imposed rules and expectationsAbout your host, Erica WebbErica Webb is a registered counsellor, somatic exercise coach, yoga teacher and highly sensitive person (also diagnosed AuDHD). She supports other highly sensitive and neurodivergent people to discover their sensitivity superpowers and more confidently navigate the tricky bits of being a sensitive person in an often insensitive world.About the Podcast, SelfKindSelfKind is for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) who want to navigate the tricky bits of their sensitivity with more ease while finding their sensitivity superpowers. Here, we’re all about being, living and moving through a lens of self-compassion and kindness.📬 Connect with Erica:🌐 https://www.ericawebb.com.au📸 https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind🤝 Want to work with me? Learn more here:https://www.ericawebb.com.au/work-with-meThe content I share on this platform is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While I am a qualified counsellor, yoga teacher, and somatic coach, the information provided here does not constitute personal counselling, therapy, or a therapeutic relationship.If you're struggling with your mental health or need personalised support, I encourage you to reach out to a registered professional in your area.Always take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritise your wellbeing.