The Perfectionism Trap

In this episode, Adam sits down with Steven to unpack the hidden cost of perfectionism and how it quietly holds us back from growth, creativity, and self-expression. They explore how perfectionism often stems from fear, external validation, and early conditioning, and why it can lead to procrastination, overwhelm, and missed opportunities.Steven shares powerful insights on shifting from perfection to progress by embracing iteration, learning to trust yourself, and redefining what “good enough” really means. Through real-life examples and honest reflections, the conversation highlights the importance of taking action, celebrating mistakes, and letting go of rigid expectations.If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to get things just right, this episode offers a practical and refreshing perspective on moving forward with more ease, confidence, and authenticity.SHOW HIGHLIGHTSGetting StartedWhat Is PerfectionismHow Perfectionism Shows UpChildhood & ConditioningFear and CreativityReal-Life ExamplePerfectionism in TeamsWorking Through FearIteration MindsetProgress Over PerfectionThe 70% RuleMastery vs PerfectionismSocial Media & AuthenticityPerfectly ImperfectExternal ValidationTrusting YourselfRecognizing PerfectionismThe Graveyard InsightPractical AdviceLearning From MistakesSupport the show