Ep. 107 Perfectionism: How to Move with or without It

Permission to Offend with Rachel Luna

If you're feeling trapped in a perpetual cycle of self-criticism and never-ending dissatisfaction with your achievements, then you are not alone! Despite your relentless efforts to achieve perfection, you may find yourself constantly falling short of your own impossibly high standards. The countless hours spent meticulously planning and executing every detail often leave you feeling drained and unfulfilled, questioning whether all this striving for perfection is truly worth it. But rest assured, there is a way to break free from this self-imposed prison and find true personal fulfillment.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Grasp how acknowledging and subduing perfectionism can help untangle the maze of life.

• Identify areas in your life that require attention and inherently improve your living conditions.

• Realize the powerful role of resources and deliberate sacrifices to garner external support.

• Discern the influence of established habits and recurring patterns in unveiling deep-seated dissatisfaction.

• Recognize the profound impact your daily routines can have on your personal development, professional enhancement, and overall life satisfaction.

We're not going to fix it. We're going to improve. Whatever you're experiencing in life right now, we're going to make it better. – Rachel Luna

Conquering Perfectionism and Mindfulness When it comes to perfectionism, understanding its manifestations is the first step toward conquering it. It's pivotal to be mindful of how perfectionism influences your life - be it through extreme organization or chaotic mess. Being aware helps in recognizing the effects of these behaviors on your mental health and underlines the need to transition towards a more balanced approach.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Visit Rachel Luna & Co LLC website to purchase Rachel's book, Permission to Offend: The Compassionate Guide for Living Unfiltered and Unafraid.

• Check out Rachel's book on Amazon and leave a review if you've already started reading it and enjoyed it.

• Share this episode on Instagram and tag @GirlConfident to request a future episode where Rachel shares details about her income and profit margins this year.

• Consider hiring a housekeeper or finding other resources to support areas of your life where you need help and desire support.

• Practice awareness by recognizing the areas of your life and business where you're experiencing dissatisfaction.

• Examine your habits and patterns in those areas to identify any negative or unhelpful habits that may be contributing to your dissatisfaction.

• Override the pattern by creating new, positive habits that align with your desired outcomes.

• Seek support or resources, such as books or courses, to help you overcome perfectionism and develop healthier habits.

• Stay consistent in your efforts to improve and make positive changes in your life.

• Remember to be kind and compassionate to yourself throughout this process and avoid self-judgment or criticism.