As athletes, we are all perfectionists. Think about it: aren’t we all trying to be perfect in everything we do? Who wouldn’t want to be an athlete with a disciplined work ethic characterized by incredibly high standards for performance? But the thing is, perfectionistic traits are a double-edged sword. You can be a high achiever, hard-working, and motivated. But on the flip side, nothing ever feels good enough, and you’re always one critical thought away from burnout.

In this episode, Lewis explains the Paradox of Perfectionism, some of the models that describe the origin of perfectionism, and how you can know when perfectionism is helping or hurting you. 

[02:37] Perfectionistic Traits Among Athletes

[04:37] Understanding the Paradox of Perfectionism

[05:28] Models That Describe the Origin of Perfectionism

[10:55] Healthy Versus Unhealthy Perfectionism

[16:38] High Professional and Personal Performance Standards

[17:40] Parenting Styles and How They Contribute to Perfectionism 

[23:06] The Path to Unconditional Self-Acceptance

[25:30] Mindfulness as The Antidote for Perfectionism

[28:28] Life Is Never Perfect

[31:10] Closing Notes

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