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episode 172: Quickest Way To Permanently Overcome Perfectionism
The new science of perfectionism: revealed. Discover the profound impact of neuroplasticity on reshaping perfectionist tendencies, neuroplasticity defined (so simply a 5 year old gets it), what this looks like IRL and how your age influences your brain's ability to change + adapt.
Listen to the full episode to hear:
- How your age influences your brain's ability to change and adapt
- Why this works freaky fast to shift rigid perfectionist mindsets
- Importance of curiosity + dangers of letting your inner critic continue to rampage
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EPSISODE 172 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00-Introduction To Episode 172
01:17-The Speed of Overcoming Perfectionism
02:36-Visualization of Your Brain & Nervous Systems as a Power Grid
04:15-Impact of Rigid Neural Pathways & Your Inner Critic
05:47-Gaining Flexibility in Your Own Perceptions
06:39-Creating Safe Environments for Brain Plasticity
07:34-Increasing Your Brain Span, Preventing Dementia and Alzheimer's
08:55-Real-life Example of Client's Experience with Neuroplastic Change
10:06-Neuro-Sculpting & its Benefits
11:19-Bridge Between Neuroplasticity & Perfectionism
13:03-Neuroplasticity: Age, Leverage & Your Tipping Point