Why Being a Perfectionist is DESTROYING Your Progress!

Read Prajay’s blog on perfectionism: https://prajay.co.uk/2024/12/23/strategies-to-overcome-perfectionism-burnout/ The Artist's Way: https://amzn.to/42kQOgl Personality Test: https://www.16personalities.com/ In this episode, we explore perfectionism—what it means, how it affects everyday life, and why it’s so hard to let go. From personal stories on music making and writing to big questions about the nature of perfection itself, we dive into the psychology behind it, the fine line between excellence and obsession, and how personality and age can shape it. Along the way, we discuss Steve Jobs’ relentless standards, Porsche vs. Ferrari, and whether anything can ever truly be perfect. With practical tips for overcoming perfectionism, this is a must-listen for anyone striving to find balance in an imperfect world. 🎶 : https://soundcloud.com/flipswitch/recovery 💻 Website: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/ 👨 📖 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rtgtuition 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbridgetuition 🔊 Podcast: https://education-lounge.co.uk/ ⚙️ Equipment: Sound 🔊 Behringer XM8500 Microphone - https://amzn.to/3IcIPFq Mic Stand - https://amzn.to/3BK7j6n XLR Cables - https://amzn.to/33GSgOr Audio Interface (Behringer UMC404HD) - https://amzn.to/3h4f8ua USB B to USB C Cable - https://amzn.to/35ePfVR Video 🎥 Camera - iPhone 16 pro: https://amzn.to/3WkGO3a ​​Lighting: https://amzn.to/3MuyUNv Apple iPad Pro 11": https://amzn.to/3lo7cWY Apple Pencil 2: https://amzn.to/3Nq9n87 Samsung T7 SSD: https://amzn.to/3qNOU29 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:53 - Perfectionism Anecdotes from our Lives 6:30 - What is Perfectionism? 9:00 - Two Types of Perfectionism 11:43 - The Big 5 Personality Traits (& Tests) 16:43 - Does Age Affect Perfectionism? 20:41 - Perfectionism in Nature - Can Anything Ever Be Perfect? 22:06 - Childhood 23:25 - Social Media 24:58 - Perfectionism in Students 32:52 - Excellence vs Perfectionism 34:57 - Steve Jobs 41:19 - Porsche Vs. Ferrari, Apple Vs. Samsung 43:58 - When Perfectionism is Needed 46:26 - Are YOU a Perfectionist? How to Find Out. 53:21 - Strategies and Techniques to Overcome Perfectionism 1:03:00 - Thoughts on Social Media and the Modern World 1:07:13 - Final Thoughts and Tips 1:07:45 - Prajay's Favourite Quote 1:07:55 - Outro