Rachel & David Godfrey
Rachel and David Godfrey
112 - Why Perfectionism is The Biggest A-Player Trap
112 - Why Perfectionism is The Biggest A-Player Trap
112 - Why Perfectionism is The Biggest A-Player Trap
Friday 14th March 2025
Learn how perfectionism can sabotage your success and discover practical tips to break free from its cycle in this episode of The Chase Life Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Perfectionism is not about having high standards; it's about avoiding failure.
- The 'campaign lifestyle' leads to burnout and inconsistency.
- Identity shifts are crucial for overcoming perfectionism.
- Taking imperfect action is more effective than striving for perfection.
- Balancing professional and personal life is key to sustainable success.
Perfectionism isn't about high standards; it's about the lowest standards because you never actually achieve anything.
Perfectionism might seem like a badge of honour for high achievers, but it can be a hidden trap that sabotages success. In this episode of The Chase Life Podcast, Rachel and David Godfrey break down why perfectionism isn't about having high standards, but rather the lowest ones. They explain how perfectionism keeps you stuck in self-doubt, stress, and overwork, making it difficult to maintain consistency in both your professional and personal life.
Rachel and David share their personal experiences as former perfectionists and stress addicts, providing real-life examples of how this mindset can lead to burnout and inefficiency. They discuss the 'campaign lifestyle' trap, where people go all-in on one aspect of their life while neglecting others, leading to an unsustainable cycle of highs and lows.
The hosts offer practical advice on how to raise your standards without falling into the perfectionism trap, emphasizing the importance of identity shifts and taking imperfect action. If you're tired of feeling like you're constantly failing despite your hard work, this episode is a must-listen. It’s packed with insights on how to break free from the perfectionism cycle and achieve true balance in your life.