Tara Boyce
Tara Boyce
The Perils of Perfectionism
The Perils of Perfectionism
The Perils of Perfectionism
Wednesday 16th June 2021
Join Tara Boyce as she discusses perfectionism's impact on addiction recovery in 'Addicted to Recovery: The Interactive Memoir'.
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32 minutes
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Tara Boyce
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Perfectionism's Grip: Tara Boyce's Battle with Addiction and Recovery
Perfectionism is a struggle that limits living a full life. It's a belief that we have to be perfect to be worthy. But the truth is, nobody's perfect, and that's okay.
Imagine feeling the need to be perfect before you even take your first sip of alcohol. That's the reality Tara Boyce faced, long before her struggle with addiction began. In this episode of 'Addicted to Recovery: The Interactive Memoir', Tara opens up about how perfectionism was a breeding ground for her disorders, even in childhood. She dives into the beliefs that fueled her need for flawlessness and shares practical strategies she uses to combat these thoughts today.
This isn't just about perfectionism; it's about understanding the roots of addiction and mental health issues from a very personal perspective. Tara takes listeners back to her early years, filled with anxiety and cognitive distortions, revealing how these thoughts shaped her path. She reads from Chapter 2 of her audiobook, 'The Thoughts', where she explores her early-onset existential dread that coincided with her mother's pregnancy and the birth of her little brother.
Tara also discusses the impact of misrepresenting her truth and how it hindered her recovery. By the end of the episode, she offers a heartfelt reminder to those struggling with similar issues: you're not alone, and there is support out there. Tune in for a raw, honest conversation that could change the way you view perfectionism and recovery.