Perfectionism, People Pleasing, & Growth Mindset

In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the concept of mindset progress. Unlike weight loss or other measurable goals, mindset growth isn't always quantifiable with numbers. Yet, it's the quiet, consistent wins - the shifts in perspective and approach - that drive lasting change in health, fitness, and life. From redefining fixed and growth mindsets to celebrating those subtle "aha" moments, this conversation is packed with practical advice and encouragement for embracing a growth-oriented outlook.We share personal stories, client experiences, and practical strategies to help you lean into challenges, embrace hard moments, and measure progress in ways that truly matter and will impact your life forever. If you've ever wondered how to mark your progress or felt stuck in old patterns, this episode is for you."Your starting point is not your forever. Awareness of where you are is already a win. That awareness is your launchpad for growth.”- Amy Rudolph“Growth comes when you stop looking for reasons you can't and start finding the ways you can.”- Iris Deadlifts“It’s not the saying or thinking about it that builds a healthy life—it’s the doing.”- MeriThis week on Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck:Defining fixed vs. growth mindsets and identifying where you fallHow small language shifts (e.g., "I’m a perfectionist" to "I have perfectionist tendencies") influence mindsetReal-life examples of handling obstacles with a growth-oriented perspectiveThe power of noticing quiet wins, like pausing before finishing a meal out of habitPractical tips for saying no to others and yes to yourself without guiltBreaking free from external pressures and societal expectationsHow and why mindset shifts underpin all long-term success in health and fitness Connect with Us:Meri on InstagramIris Deadlifts on InstagramAmy Rudolph on InstagramThanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and tag us!Join Iris Deadlifts on Instagram, Meri on Instagram, and Amy Rudolph on Instagram.