Dear Friends,
Do any of those statements sound familiar? What if you knew that perfectionism is an excuse to protect you—would that change how you feel about it? Instead of saying it with pride, would you consider it’s a habitual excuse that isn’t serving you? In fact, it’s keeping you stuck!
After listening to this clip of Dr. Brené Brown’s explanation of perfectionism (it starts at 1:55 and lasts less than 90 seconds, with her talking about comparison at the beginning and handling change at the end), you might think about approaching your habit in a healthier way.
In the meantime, when you hear yourself claiming your perfectionism like a badge of honor, stop and ask yourself, “Where is the shame around this?” The answer may set you free!
With gratitude,
Amy
Amy Ayoub
President, The Zen Speaker