Is Perfectionism the new ADHD? How do I stop living in fear of failure? How to get out of my own way? Why am I so hard on myself? Why do I self-sabotage? Will ruminating + catastrophizing ever end? There's a BETTER Way to Perfectionism, that's empowering highly driven, Type-A, ambitious perfectionists to OWN their perfectionism instead of owned by it. Perfectionism Rewired host Courtney Love Gavin (CLG) shows you that way in every episode. Perfectionism Rewired is committed to neuroscience truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, neuroplasticity + interoception techniques for the practical-perfectionist who wants that extra edge over obsolete advice to "overcome your perfectionism" Listen for fierce insights on exiting victim mentality, what self-sabotage *really is*, how to stop: people pleasing without compromising kindness, catastrophizing, ruminating, overthinking and upgrading all-or-nothing mindset, so you can quit fighting against your perfectionistic tendencies and feel as put together as your life looks...
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episode 189: Calm Anxiety + Take Control With the Worry Window
Discover the simple technique that rewires your brain, empowering you to take control of your anxiety, worry and catastrophizing. Stay focused on this for 21 days and reduce your stress by 50%. Start now for a calmer, more present you.
On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Build confidence from being fully in charge of your life, through the proven, science-backed tools in Perfectionism Optimized is non negotiable. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized
Listen to the full episode to hear:
- Two biggest mistakes Perfectionists make with stress management
- How to customize your own 'Worry Window'
- Techniques for perfectionist parents + improving mental wellness in children
Resources Mentioned:
- BOOK: Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers for a deeper understanding of stress and its effects
- Perfectionist Power Matrix of Prisoners, Hostages, Puppets + Owners: https://pin.it/7pei4sO
EPSISODE 189 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00-Introduction to Perfectionism Rewired
01:25-Tool Helps Perfectionist Parents and Kids with Anxiety Relief
02:03-CLG's Journey with Anxiety + Panic Attacks
03:37-Two Biggest Stress Mistakes Perfectionists Make
04:02-The Science Behind Stress and Perfectionism
06:03-Unveiling the Worry Window Technique
07:33-Power of Choosing When You Worry
09:36-Customizing How To Stop Worrying Technique
12:18-Impact of Paper Thinking on Panic
13:23-Potty Training Your Perfectionism + Stress
14:33-How You Get Your Unconscious Playing on Your Team
15:16-Will Worry Window make me worry more?
16:00-Why Logicalizing Doesn't Work with Perfectionism and Anxiety
16:52-How To Cut Your Anxiety In Half in 21 Days