The Psychology of Perfectionism: How to Stop Burnout & Set Boundaries | Justine Carino

Are you a high-achieving woman who feels like you’re constantly "on," yet never doing enough? In this episode, therapist Justine Carino breaks down The Psychology of Perfectionism and reveals how to break the cycle of high-functioning anxiety to build a business that doesn't cost you your mental health.In this episode of the Female CEO Podcast, host Mark Sephton sits down with Justine Carino, a licensed mental health therapist and anxiety treatment specialist.Justine pulls back the curtain on the hidden pressures many female leaders carry, specifically exploring the psychology of perfectionism and high functioning anxiety. She explains why many ambitious women struggle to "turn off" and how to redefine success so it includes your well being, not just your bottom line.In this episode, we discuss: The "CEO" Journey: How the pillars of Create, Evolve, and Overcome apply to mental health and entrepreneurship.High Functioning Anxiety: Why being a "doer" often masks a deeper struggle with the need for control and the fear of failure.The Perfectionism Cycle: Understanding the "all or nothing" mindset that leads to burnout.Success Without Sacrifice: Practical strategies for setting boundaries and maintaining personal goals alongside business ambitions.Measuring Peace: Shifting your metric of success from pure performance to internal peace.About Our Guest:Justine Carino is a mental health expert who helps high achieving women navigate the intersection of ambition and anxiety. She is the host of the "Thoughts From the Couch" podcast and a dedicated advocate for healthier relationships with success.Connect with Justine: Website: JustineCarino.com