The Perfectionism Project

Latest Episodes:

Ep 192: Why It's Good To Be A Try Hard Apr 12, 2020

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A perfectionist's worst nightmare is being called a try hard. To a perfectionist, natural and effortless success is the only option. But by avoiding giving life our best, we're avoiding the best of life. Tune in to learn why you should be a try hard and the best way to do it.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why there's no such thing as wasted effort
Why effort is not a sign of inadequacy
The reason that challenges are so important for fulfilment
Why protecting your potential is the same as not reaching your potential
How to maximise your personal growth

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Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program

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When you join our community for recovering perfectionists, you'll get instant access to our ever-growing library of personal development tools designed to help you beat procrastination, overcome perfectionism and become your best self - it includes masterclasses, coaching calls, journaling exercises, workbooks, meditations and more!

You'll have the option to learn everything on the go with easy mobile access. Plus with judgement-free support from our beautiful community every step along the way, you'll never have to feel alone again. It's time to create the success you deserve.

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Ep 191: Personal Growth Update March 2020 Apr 05, 2020

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Every month I share a behind the scenes look at my own personal growth journey. I do this in the hopes it will remind you that personal development isn't all rainbows and daisies, that the journey is to be enjoyed (because the journey is all there is) and that I'm not that different to you.

In this month's personal growth update, I'm sharing how we got our new Samoyed puppy, Cotton, as well as how I've been navigating these uncertain times behind the scenes.

Featured In The Episode:

Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program
Episode 149: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome
The Life Coach School Podcast - Moving Forward 3

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Ep 190: How To Stop Overthinking Apr 01, 2020

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The question of how to stop overthinking is one that all perfectionists face. So in this episode, I'm sharing the real reasons we overthink and practical tips to help you stop doing it.

This is some of my best advice on how to stop overthinking, learned from years of my own struggles. I hope you find it helpful!

And if overthinking has been stopping you from reaching your potential, I invite you to join us for our 30-Day Stop Overthinking Challenge inside our group coaching program Perfectionists Getting Shit Done. This challenge will give you something positive to focus on and will help you to get out of your own way and get shit done. We get started on 6 April 2020 and you can sign up here to join us: samlaurabrown.com/membership.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

The real reasons you can't stop overthinking
Why perfectionists overthink everything
Why creating more will help you to overthink less
How to stop overthinking a big decision
Practical tips to help you stop overthinking

Featured In The Episode:

Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program
Episode 16: What To Expect When You Start A Creative Project
Episode 138: How To Start
Episode 185: 10 Tips For Creating Consistent
Interview with Justine Blakeney on Second Life Podcast
Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

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Ep 189: Should You Change Your Goal? Mar 29, 2020

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In our Perfectionists Getting Shit Done Forum, one of our PGSDers asked whether changing circumstances means she should change her fitness goal to a business goal that's a little more scary - or if she should keep it the same. This is a question that comes up so often, with all kinds of goals, that I thought I'd share my answer on the podcast!

In this episode, I'm sharing practical advice that will help you determine whether you should change your goal or stick with it. If you're a PGSDer, be sure to work through the Should You Change Your Goals Workbook as it'll help you put what you've learned from this episode into practice.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why it's so tempting to change your goal
Why changing your goal won't actually help you to feel better
Common signs that you should NOT change your goal
When it's ok to change your goal

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Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program

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Ep 188: 5 Reasons The World Needs Imperfect Leaders (Like You) Mar 22, 2020

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If you ever feel like you're not 'perfect' enough to help or inspire others, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover 5 reasons the world needs imperfect leaders like you - and why you don't have to have everything 'figured out' before you can

In This Episode You'll Learn:

How being perfect actually stops you from helping and inspiring others
Why it's so important to lead by example and how to do it
Why you should share your message, even when others are sharing it too
The power of imperfect leadership and why it works
What to do if you feel like you're not 'good enough' to lead others

Featured In The Episode:

Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program
Episode 94 - Overcoming The Curse of Knowledge
Episode 149 - How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome

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Ep 187: What To Do When Your Daily Routine Is Disrupted Mar 18, 2020

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When your daily routine has been disrupted, due to world events or anything else, it can be challenging to be as productive as usual. And it's easy to tell yourself that you should be able to do everything as normal. In this episode, I'm sharing 6 tips to help you stay grounded and create a new normal.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why you need to have compassion for yourself when you're experiencing disruption
Three questions to help you take wisdom from similar past experiences
What a minimum baseline routine is and why you need one
Why it's so important to focus on getting grounded during a period of disruption
How to feel your feelings and why you need to allow yourself to do it

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Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program

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Ep 186: How To Overcome Resistance To Planning Your Time Mar 15, 2020

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I believe that working from your calendar is one of the best ways to get shit done without feeling overwhelmed. When I started working from my calendar, my productivity levels soared to an all-time high and I stopped feeling 'behind'.

Even though I love working from my calendar, there are times I seriously resist planning my time. So in this episode, I'm sharing exactly what I do to overcome that resistance and get myself back on track.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why you feel resistant to planning your time
The real reason that you stay overwhelmed, even though you hate feeling that way
What to do to overcome resistance to planning your time
Why you'll rarely feel motivated to plan your time
Whether you should give yourself a time limit when planning
What to do when you keep getting distracted from planning your time

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Ep 185: 10 Tips For Creating Consistent Content Mar 08, 2020

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Most perfectionists struggle to create content consistently. They're scared of what people will think, that they'll say the wrong thing, that no one will like their posts, that their friends will laugh at them, that it'll be a waste of effort, the list goes on!

In this episode, I'm sharing 10 tips I've learned over the last 6 years as a content creator that have helped me get out of my own way, show up consistently as who I truly am and change the lives of thousands of women around the world in the process. I hope these tips help you to stay consistent too!

In This Episode You'll Learn:

How to feel confident when creating content, even if you're not an expert
Why you should focus on 'documenting' rather than creating (and what it looks like)
The reason you should ignore your brain when it says your content isn't good enough
Why you shouldn't focus on creating a content "streak" and what to do instead
How to stop feeling scared of creating imperfect content
Why sharing your imperfections is the best way to create content

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Ep 184: How To Stick To Your Plans When You Don't Feel Like It Mar 04, 2020

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Many perfectionists struggle to follow through with their plans, so much so that most stop making plans altogether. But this only makes us deplete our self-trust even further - which is why it's so important to learn how to follow through with them.

In this episode, I'm sharing 7 tips to help you stick to your plans even when you don't feel like it. If you're constantly looking for advice on how to stay motivated, this one's for you!

In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why following through with your plans matters
How follow through helps to build self-trust and avoid fear of disappointment
Why I don't believe in the mantra "no expectations, no disappointment"
Why you should expect to not feel like following through
How to coach yourself out of overwhelm
How to create a self-image that will help you follow through with your plans

Featured In The Episode:

Perfectionists Getting Shit Done - our group coaching program
Episode 26 - The Power of Self-Image
Episode 174 - 3 Reasons You Can't Follow Through With Your Plans
Episode 177 - Why Perfectionists Burnout + How To Avoid It
Episode 183 - Personal Growth Update February 2020
Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject

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Ep 183: Personal Growth Update February 2020 Mar 01, 2020

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In this month's personal growth update, I'm sharing why this month was so challenging for me behind the scenes, the struggles I've had with my routine as well as some wins I had along the way!

In This Episode You'll Learn: