EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 8 MIN
Getting Unstuck when Perfectionism Hijacks Your Job Search
from How to Be Good to Yourself When You're Hard on Yourself · host Ellen Hendriksen
This week, listener Marissa is navigating the already tough job market with the added challenge of perfectionism whispering that she’s never quite qualified enough. We'll cover practical mindset shifts, like treating job requirements as a flexible wish list, accounting for your “perfectionism handicap,” and zooming out from microscopic self-criticism to a more balanced, big-picture view. Listen to cheer Marissa on and pick up some helpful tips yourself! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ellenhendriksen.substack.com
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