Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

Moving Past Perfectionism and Unhealthy Striving with Dr. Diana Hill

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Nov 22, 2021
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Diana Hill
Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, joins hosts Dr. Rick and Forrest Hanson to discuss moving past perfectionism and unhealthy striving. They explore the costs of perfectionism, productivity anxiety, psychological flexibility, and calming the threat system. They also provide practical tips for managing challenges, developing a broader perspective, and making incremental changes.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Stress Less Striving and the Harmful Effects of Unhealthy Striving
03:23 • 19min
3
Developing Psychological Flexibility and a Perspective Observer Self
22:40 • 2min
4
The Pressure to Seek Approval and Fame
24:49 • 9min
5
Moving Past Perfectionism and Unhealthy Striving
33:29 • 5min
6
Psychological Flexibility: Starting Small and Making Incremental Changes
38:24 • 12min
7
Exploring Exposure Therapy, Paradoxes, and Body-Based Practices for Anxiety
50:40 • 5min
8
De-Centering: Creating Distance from Negative Thoughts
55:27 • 15min