"Help! Perfectionism Is KILLING My Dream of Being a Writer"

Think perfectionism is a dream killer? Discover the underlying reasons why we allow perfectionism to control our lives and how perfectionism can be both a shield and a sword. Commitment versus compliance and practical step to use your perfectionism as an asset.  

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Listen to the Full  Episode To Hear:

• Difference between being committed and being compliant.
• Unconscious Payoffs we get by being held hostage by our perfectionism
• How to figure out what's actually holding you back and use your perfectionistic habits to accelerate
• Practical steps to use perfectionism as an asset.

Step-by-step to Overcoming Perfectionism:

1. Acknowledge the Choice: Recognize that being held back by perfectionism is a choice.
2. Identify the Payoff: Understand the benefits you derive from your perfectionistic habits.
3. Commitment Over Compliance: Commit to small, achievable daily goals and track your progress.
4. Challenge Your Excuses: Recognize and challenge the changing excuses your brain offers.
5. Seek Guidance: Consider joining programs like Perfectionism Optimized to gain structured support.

EPSISODE 176 TIMESTAMPS:

00:00-Introduction

01:32-The Paradox of Choice of Perfectionism

02:19-Reasons vs. Results: Psychological Gains of Blaming

03:18-Understanding Why We ALLOW Perfectionism to Control Our Lives

03:52-Payoff of Perfectionistic Habits

04:37-Writers Block and Crippling Perfectionism

05:00-Breaking Free from External Control 

06:24-How Your Brain Distracts From Your True Goals

08:22-Taking Charge, Staying Committed + Not Letting Excuses Drive Your Actions

08:56-Building Commitment Incrementally with Perfectionism Playbook

09:37-Actionable Steps for Aspiring Writers