Permission to Be a Mess: Dismantling Perfectionism and Modeling the Real
How do you define perfectionism? Is it an inherent trait, or a learned behaviour? Is it something to be fostered, or could it be fear masquerading as high standards?
Dr. Sarah Lea muses on these thoughts and more, on this episode of The Expanded MD Podcast. She reflects on her own journey, how embracing vulnerability and authenticity has shaped her life, and how redefining her relationship with her own perfectionism has created psychological safety and connection for herself and others. She reflects on the benefits she's experienced with this approach in her parenting, professional life, and friendships - and by the end of this episode you may just also be inspired to do something radical - embrace imperfection.