

Transform Perfectionism into Social Contribution with Sonya Looney
In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, discusses the challenges of perfectionism and how to practice wise effort at work with Sonya Looney, a world-champion mountain biker. They explore the intersection of high performance and well-being, ways to transform perfectionism into social contribution, and the importance of support during personal and professional transitions.
Listen and Learn
- Ways to handle crossroads at work
- Interactions between perfectionism and social contribution
- The power of impacting just one person
- How to evaluate success based on how you define success
Listen as Diana and Sonya share personal experiences and practical insights to help listeners loosen their grip on perfectionism and focus on meaningful contributions.
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