Wise Effort Real Play: Find Flexible Choice in Perfectionism and Productivity Anxiety With Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Rhonda Merwin
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Jul 24, 2023 Dr. Rhonda Merwin, an Associate Professor at Duke University and an expert on eating disorders, joins to discuss the hidden costs of perfectionism. They explore how perfectionism can lead to burnout and missed opportunities in life. Rhonda emphasizes the importance of flexibility and values in navigating this rigidity. The conversation includes practical strategies for self-awareness, emotional attunement, and prioritizing intrinsic motivation. They also highlight the necessity of playfulness to combat anxiety and foster a more fulfilling work-life balance.
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The Dark Edge of Perfectionism
- Perfectionism often masks fear of failure and fear of looking bad.
- It drives relentless striving that can lead to burnout and missed needs.
Start Functional Analysis Early
- To understand perfectionism, identify when and where it first showed up.
- Analyze how it helped you cope or get reinforced in those moments.
Flexible Boundaries on Productivity
- Rhonda manages her productivity by setting flexible rules to protect family time.
- She consciously shifts from work mode to "mama time" at 5 PM.
