Tackling Perfectionism: Real-World Tips from Emotional Sobriety Experts
This is a problem that not only can be solved, it needs to be solved. Right, it's way, it's way out of balance, right there, you know, you heard us say in previous podcasts is that it's nothing wrong with striving for perfection, as long as you don't fool yourself into thinking you can achieve it.
Ever feel like perfectionism is running your life? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger offer practical advice on how to manage those relentless perfectionist tendencies. They discuss the importance of seeing perfectionism as just one part of your consciousness, rather than letting it dominate your thoughts and actions.
By shifting from a mindset of possession to one of relationship, they explain how you can start to view yourself more compassionately and manage your expectations better. Thom and Dr. Berger also emphasize the value of trusting the process and projecting a more positive vision of yourself. Through their engaging and empathetic conversation, they provide actionable steps to help you embrace imperfection and reduce self-deception.
Whether you're in recovery or simply trying to live a more balanced life, this episode offers valuable insights that can help you break free from the grip of perfectionism.