EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 5 MIN
Episode 11: Perfectionism, Shame, and Fear of Failure
from Echo No More: Big Brains, Big Feelings: Trauma Informed Conversations · host Dr. Karolina James
If your child avoids trying new things or melts down over mistakes,perfectionism may be at play.In this episode, we explore how gifted and 2e kids often tieidentity to performance—and how fear of failure becomes a protective strategy.You’ll learn:· Whyperfectionism is fear wearing armor· Howshame quietly fuels avoidance· Languageshifts that build resilience instead of pressureYour child doesn’t need to be perfect to be worthy. Mistakes mustfeel safe before growth can happen.
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If your child avoids trying new things or melts down over mistakes,perfectionism may be at play.In this episode, we explore how gifted and 2e kids often tieidentity to performance—and how fear of failure becomes a protective strategy.You’ll learn:· Whyperfectionism is fear wearing armor· Howshame quietly fuels avoidance· Languageshifts that build resilience instead of pressureYour child doesn’t need to be perfect to be worthy. Mistakes mustfeel safe before growth can happen.
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