How raising your standards solves the perfectionistic tendencies that've been holding you back. Hear from Perfectionism Optimized client Brian who was exhausted from being everything to everyone while pulled in a million directions and how making this ONE swap immediately created a cascade of less stress, more presence and legit enjoyment in his dynamic life.
Whether it's spending quality time with your family, stop dreading the guilt you’ll feel on vacation or dealing with the pressures of being excellent at everything, this episode gives you a step-by-step guide on the inner workings of perfectionist brains and how to easily structure your days around what's most meaningful to YOU.
Why lower your standards when raising them upgrades your entire life? If you're committed to being stronger, happier, braver + more resilient and want the only tools designed specifically for driven overachievers to feel as amazing as their life looks Perfectionism Optimized 1-1 coaching is for you! Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized
Listen to the full episode to learn:
- Empowering strategies for setting boundaries and honoring your needs without guilt or resentment
- How making a 1% shift in your standards creates a 100% difference in your daily life
- Step-by-step to structure your days around what's most meaningful to YOU
Ep. 211 Timestamps
00:00-Raising standards for perfectionists = upgrades relationships + focus
02:29-Brian's Story: Client Case Study on Changing Life Dynamics
04:16-The True Meaning of Raising Your Standards
06:15-What Raising Your Standards as a Perfectionist Is Like IRL
09:00-The EPIC Framework™ Empowered Presence and Interoceptive Connection
11:09-Action Steps to Identify + Attune Your Own Standards
13:45-Trying to Control vs Being in Charge
15:17-Constantly battling your own unrealistic expectations?
Perfectionism is very powerful. But only if you know how to leverage it. For more on optimizing your perfectionism go to courtneylovegavin.com
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