The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Perfectionism and Procrastination - Alpin Hong

Does perfectionism sometimes hold you back from getting things done? In this episode, Risa Williams talks to classical pianist superstar, educator and performer, Alpin Hong about the role that perfectionism plays in procrastination, especially when it comes to the creative and performing arts. They also discuss how high-achievers can sometimes get in their own way with tasks they need to do.They discuss:-How we get in our own way with our self-talk-The roots of perfectionism-How to start to pivot out of perfectionism-How sometimes we make ourselves stuck with our own expectationsAlpin also discusses his own journey with navigating his own roadblocks and career path as a performing artist. If you're feeling stuck on a task you need to do because you sometimes get in your own way, you won't want to miss this episode!Congrats to Liz Stuck - the winner of our double book giveaway! You'll be receiving The Procrastination Playbook by Risa Williams and Working with Anger Creatively by Erica Curtis! Thanks to everyone who participated and check out Risa's instagram for more giveaways coming up.Host: Risa Williams, risawilliams.com, @risawilliamstherapyGuest: Alpin Hong, alpinhong.com, @alpinhongSupport the showFor info on books, workshops, guests, and future episodes, please visit: risawilliams.com.*All tools discussed on the show are meant for educational purposes only and not as a replacement for therapy or medical advice.