Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr Jen Douglas - psychologist, former Stanford professor, and expert on perfectionism - to unpack what perfectionism really is, where it comes from, and how it quietly shapes our lives. We talk about the roots of perfectionistic thinking, the emotional and relational costs, and why so many of us feel trapped in impossible standards. We also answer your questions and share practical tools to help you loosen perfectionism’s grip and move toward a ...
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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr Jen Douglas - psychologist, former Stanford professor, and expert on perfectionism - to unpack what perfectionism really is, where it comes from, and how it quietly shapes our lives. We talk about the roots of perfectionistic thinking, the emotional and relational costs, and why so many of us feel trapped in impossible standards. We also answer your questions and share practical tools to help you loosen perfectionism’s grip and move toward a ...
Episode 66 | 5 Ways to Set Boundaries (Solo Episode)
I Don't Think We Talk Enough About...
19 minutes
3 months ago
Episode 66 | 5 Ways to Set Boundaries (Solo Episode)
Send us a text In this solo episode, I take a deeper look into one of the topics I’m most often asked about: boundaries. I share my favorite analogy for understanding what a boundary really is, and why they’re not about pushing people away but about making closeness safe. I talk about why boundaries can feel so uncomfortable to set, what happens when we don’t have them, and why we’re not responsible for how others react when we hold our limits. I also offer 5 key ways to begin setting healthy...
I Don't Think We Talk Enough About...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr Jen Douglas - psychologist, former Stanford professor, and expert on perfectionism - to unpack what perfectionism really is, where it comes from, and how it quietly shapes our lives. We talk about the roots of perfectionistic thinking, the emotional and relational costs, and why so many of us feel trapped in impossible standards. We also answer your questions and share practical tools to help you loosen perfectionism’s grip and move toward a ...