#12 - A Perfectionist's Guide to Making Mistakes

In this episode, host Kim Christiansen shares a perspective on perfectionism and tackles the question of how to channel our perfectionist tendencies into becoming more productive.  

And more peaceful.

It's interesting because perfectionism used to be celebrated.  It was the standard response to the question about our biggest weakness at the end of the job interview.  

Today the reputation of perfectionism has become somewhat tarnished.  And in fact, for some of us, our perfectionist tendencies can really get in our way of getting stuff done, feeling peaceful, and having more fun.


Show Notes:
[01:26]  Perfectionists are driven by a desire to make things better.
[01:59]  The upside of perfectionism.
[02:47]  When enough is enough.
[04:41]  What do you mean by 'chasing happiness'?  Why is it a problem?
[06:00]  Perfectionism can come from a very natural instinct to create more security as well as a desire to help.
[09:00]  How to create a new habit around completion and letting go.
[10:12]  What's your attitude towards making mistakes?
[13:20]  Reconciling the desire for growth with the fear of criticism.
[13:46]  Let's talk about a different 'type' of courage.
[18:06]  How to view mistakes as an opportunity for growth, instead of as a threat to our self-image.
[19:19]  Are you laughing enough?  Check out the 30-day "LOL Challenge" on the FinancialWellnessCoach.ca website.
[20:45]  Leaving you with four coaching questions to help shift perspective and spark insights for you.

Namaste.


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