EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 38 MIN
The Exhausting Lie that Perfectionism Sold You
from The Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside Out · host Dr. Natalie Marr, Clinical Psychologist and Midlife Expert
Summary:This episode explores the impact of perfectionism, societal conditioning, and hormonal changes during midlife on women's mental health. Dr. Natalie shares data, personal insights, and practical advice to help women love themselves and navigate this transformative phase with resilience.Keywords:midlife, women, perfectionism, mental health, hormonal changes, self-love, resilience, menopause, societal conditioningKey topics:Perfectionism and its impact on mental healthThe connection between hormonal changes and emotional well-beingSocietal conditioning and self-betrayal in womenPractical steps to cultivate self-love and resilienceSound bites:"Relearn who you are and what you want.""Deserving love even when you screw up.""You do not have to be good."Chapters:00:00 The Burden of Perfectionism in Midlife03:24 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis for Women11:29 The Impact of Hormonal Changes and Medical Misunderstandings28:13 Reclaiming Self-Worth and Breaking Free from Perfectionism36:18 Introduction and Disclaimer37:55 Crisis Resources and SupportResources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- https://learntoloveyourstory.comDr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - https://nataliemarcounseling.com If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook: facebook.com/learntoloveyourstoryInstagram: instagram.com/dr.nataliemarrLinked In: linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@doc.natalieResources:Mary Oliver's Wild Geese Poem - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45587/wild-geeseWomen's Health Initiative Study - https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/women-s-health-initiativeUnderstanding Perfectionism in Women - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-moment-youth/201911/the-perfectionism-epidemicHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Information - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/in-depth/hormone-therapy/art-20046372Disclaimer:The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with Learn To Love Your Story coaching (https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com) and her private practice (https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com), and all affiliate social media entities are educational ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic or coaching services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ CALL 988Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741
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Summary:This episode explores the impact of perfectionism, societal conditioning, and hormonal changes during midlife on women's mental health. Dr. Natalie shares data, personal insights, and practical advice to help women love themselves and navigate this transformative phase with resilience.Keywords:midlife, women, perfectionism, mental health, hormonal changes, self-love, resilience, menopause, societal conditioningKey topics:Perfectionism and its impact on mental healthThe connection between hormonal changes and emotional well-beingSocietal conditioning and self-betrayal in womenPractical steps to cultivate self-love and resilienceSound bites:"Relearn who you are and what you want.""Deserving love even when you screw up.""You do not have to be good."Chapters:00:00 The Burden of Perfectionism in Midlife03:24 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis for Women11:29 The Impact of Hormonal Changes and Medical Misunderstandings28:13 Reclaiming Self-Worth and Breaking Free from Perfectionism36:18 Introduction and Disclaimer37:55 Crisis Resources and SupportResources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- https://learntoloveyourstory.comDr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - https://nataliemarcounseling.com If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook: facebook.com/learntoloveyourstoryInstagram: instagram.com/dr.nataliemarrLinked In: linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@doc.natalieResources:Mary Oliver's Wild Geese Poem - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45587/wild-geeseWomen's Health Initiative Study - https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/women-s-health-initiativeUnderstanding Perfectionism in Women - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-moment-youth/201911/the-perfectionism-epidemicHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Information - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/in-depth/hormone-therapy/art-20046372Disclaimer:The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with Learn To Love Your Story coaching (https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com) and her private practice (https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com), and all affiliate social media entities are educational ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic or coaching services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ CALL 988Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741
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