Dr. Michael Gervais, expert in purpose finding and dealing with emotions, discusses topics such as finding your purpose, dealing with emotions and perfectionism, designing your life for your eulogy, and how to find a rewarding job in this entertaining podcast.
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Quick takeaways
Align your purpose with the company's culture to find a rewarding job that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Instead of combatting perfectionism, focus on setting high standards and embracing growth and learning.
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Finding balance between physical and mental health in the workplace
As a university student and varsity swimmer working in an engineering company, Sonia is frustrated by the lack of focus on health and prioritizing work. To find a rewarding job that aligns with both her physical and mental well-being, Sonia can start by interviewing companies to understand their culture and purpose. By aligning her own purpose with that of the company, she can find a fit that promotes a healthy work-life balance. If she needs to take a job that doesn't prioritize well-being, she can focus on taking care of herself outside of work and making the most of her personal time to maintain her physical and mental health.
Overcoming perfectionism and embracing mistakes
Eliza, a head coach struggling with perfectionism, seeks advice on combatting this tendency. Instead of combatting it, it's more effective to work with perfectionism by establishing high standards and focusing on the journey of continuous improvement rather than striving for an unattainable ideal. Perfectionism often stems from childhood traumas and a desire for acceptance, making it important to shift internal narratives and work on acceptance of mistakes as part of the learning process. Emphasizing growth and learning rather than perfection will lead to greater personal and professional development.
The importance of aiming high without seeking perfection
To combat perfectionism, it's crucial to understand that aiming for perfection is unrealistic and counterproductive. Instead, focus on setting high standards and appreciate the journey of growth and improvement. Recognize that mistakes and flaws contribute to growth and learning. It's also essential to embrace vulnerabilities and seek meaningful relationships. By acknowledging that perfectionism is rooted in trauma and a desire for acceptance, it becomes easier to let go of unrealistic expectations and shift focus towards personal and professional development.
Today, we’re really excited to share the 10th installment of our Ask Me Anything (AMA) series! Thanks for coming along this journey with us over the last 10 months—sending in your questions and sharing your notes of appreciation. It’s an honor to sit down and film each video.
We’re stoked on this 10th AMA and all the excellent questions we received. Our co-host, O’Neil Cespedes, is back again to make sure we keep it real. In this video, we dive into topics like: