
Perfectionism Rewired
How do I stop living in fear of failure? Why can't I stop overthinking? When will I feel good enough? Why am I so hard on myself? Why do I self-sabotage? Will ruminating + catastrophizing ever end?
There's a BETTER Way to Perfectionism, that's empowering highly driven, Type-A, ambitious perfectionists to OWN their perfectionistic tendencies instead of being owned by it. Perfectionism Rewired host Courtney Love Gavin (CLG) illuminates this in every episode.
Listen for fierce insights for perfectionists on exiting victim mentality, what self-sabotage *really is*, how to stop people pleasing without compromising kindness, overthinking, catastrophizing, ruminating and black and white thinking, so you can quit fighting against your perfectionistic tendencies and start enjoying the life you've worked so hard to create.
Perfectionism Rewired podcast provides answers to questions like:
- Self worth vs self esteem
- Why am I overthinking
- How to increase self confidence
- What causes perfectionism anxiety
- Why am i so hard on myself
- Am I A Perfectionist
- WTF is Interoception? Does It Build Resilience?
- how to rewire your brain
Being a perfectionist is very powerful. But only if you know how to leverage it. For more on optimizing your perfectionism go to https://courtneylovegavin.com
Latest episodes

Aug 25, 2023 • 18min
True Cost of Perfectionism in Your Career
How much is perfectionism costing you in your career? Uncover the *real price* you're paying as an average perfectionist with 15 real-life examples of how perfectionism manifests at work and key insights on recognizing it within yourself. CLG also addresses the pain and frustration perfectionists feel being misunderstood and dismissed by others. Tune in to learn how to navigate the challenges of being a perfectionist and create a fulfilling + prolific career without compromising who you are. Fed up with perfectionism holding you back? The Perfectionism Rewired Accelerator might be for you. Apply today to cash in on the August bonuses. https://courtneylovegavin.com/acceleratorGet the BEST insights from today's episode + time-stamped show notes by subscribing to The Perfectionist Guide here: https://courtneylovegavin.com/newsletter
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Aug 21, 2023 • 3min
If you're wondering if you're a Maladaptive Perfectionist...take the perfectionism test
I created a highly effective perfectionist test for you to gain valuable insights into your own tendencies. This concise assessment consists of 11 straightforward statements for you to accurately rate your perfectionism traits. By taking this quiz, you'll confidently develop a profound understanding of your own behaviors and be fully prepared to excel at the Perfectionism Game in upcoming episodes TAKE THE QUIZ: Go to courtneylovegavin.com/perfectionism-testFeel the weight of expectations lift as you turn your perfectionistic traits into your most magnificent assets. With the Perfectionism Rewired Accelerator, you'll experience a hand-crafted, 6-week one-on-one journey designed exclusively for high-performing perfectionists like you. Go here to experience it for yourself: https://courtneylovegavin.com/acceleratorGet the BEST insights from today's episode + time-stamped show notes by subscribing to The Perfectionist Guide here: https://courtneylovegavin.com/newsletter
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Aug 20, 2023 • 12min
The Perfectionism Secret You're Not Supposed To Know
Revealing the perfectionism secrets you're not supposed to know, how mushrooms are just like perfectionists (and how to make sure you're a truffle and not a poisonous fungus), what parenting and perfectionism has in common, what Disney's She-Hulk teaches us about leveraging perfectionism and the No. 1 way perfectionists continue to be burnout trying to rely on sheer willpower, “grinding 24/7”, doing it alone (and how to snap out of it). You CAN change. You can start TODAY. In fact, this is the perfect time to stand up and say “enough! I’m NOT letting perfectionism control my life or my family’s life any more!” Go apply for the Perfectionism Rewired Accelerator while there’s still time here: https://courtneylovegavin.com/acceleratorGet the BEST insights from today's episode + time-stamped show notes by subscribing to The Perfectionist Guide here: https://courtneylovegavin.com/newsletter
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Jul 18, 2023 • 22min
Perfectionistic Patterns: Reinventing Resistance to Change
Perfectionists: Are you tired of your rinse and repeat life? You’ve got no complains except... it’s not thrilling. You can feel there’s a new version of you that wants to come out.If this sounds familiar, I’m opening up my toolbox + inviting you to do something extraordinary with me. I've developed a framework to help you meticulously identify precisely where you're resistant to change 🎯In this episode, I share what reinvention is for perfectionists, what it’s not and two new *exclusive to podcast listeners* ways you can dissolve your resistance to change and reinvent yourself from the ground up.This isn’t about status quo improving yourself. It’s better than that.If you're ready to take the next step toward your reinvention, you belong inside Perfectionism Rewired Accelerator https://courtneylovegavin.com/accelerator Get the BEST insights from today's episode + time-stamped show notes by subscribing to The Perfectionist Guide. You can read the entire thing in three minutes or less. To access this go to: https://courtneylovegavin.com/newsletter
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Jul 18, 2023 • 1min
Introducing Perfectionism Rewired
I was tired of searching for an empowering podcast made for perfectionists who reject victim mentality and want to own their perfectionism. So I made one! Ditch perfectionist recovery and revolutionize with Perfectionism Rewired. The podcast that makes unlearning exhausting perfectionistic habits -as thrilling as an African safari (but without all the shots + mosquito nets).
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Jun 9, 2023 • 21min
How To Let Go Of Perfectionism
Perfectionists tend to get trapped in the confines of impossible standards, burdened by the weight of unrealistic expectations. This maladaptive perfectionism takes a toll on our mental health, leaving us overwhelmed with anxiety even when we successfully achieve our goals. Listen in on a very candid conversation with my client KB as she shares her personal journey of taking the courageous first step towards rewiring her perfectionistic tendencies. This could be YOUR epic story of rewiring. Ready to rise? Go to https://courtneylovegavin.com/accelerator Through KB's inspiring story, you'll discover stress-free ways to overcome perfectionism with grace, openness and allow yourself to embrace growth and learn from every experience (yes even making mistakes). Gain valuable insights into your own perfectionist tendencies, learn new practical personal growth tools you can start using today and how to cultivate a calm, more fulfilling life, while being true to yourself. Inside this episode on letting go of perfectionism:Allowing yourself to look at unrealistic expectations sans shameMaking mistakes (and being okay)First step to letting impossible standards gounLearning your unique perfectionist tendenciesWays to prioritize your mental health
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

May 30, 2023 • 24min
The Complete Perfectionist's Guide To Victim Mentality + How to deal with people who play the victim
Smart, ambitious, driven perfectionistic people don't want to be a victims, yet 99% of high achievers (unknowingly) are. Discover all the ways victim mentality seeps into your identity and creeps into how you show up at work, in your relationship, parenting, etc. I'm showing you step-by-step exactly how to raise your If you're serious about shredding every speck of victim mentality and rewiring to an elevated, empowered Mamba Mentality then you belong inside Perfectionism Optimized. Get your stress-free start today over at at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimizedListen to the FULL episode to learn:Are you playing the victim?Importance of playful curiosity and proactive problem-solvingAre you making commitments Out of Love or ObligationHow to deal with people who play the victimPerception Point for Leaders vs Perception Points for Victims Episode 143 Timestamps00:00-Playing the Victim06:15-Discovering the Gold: Ownership Mindset Guide07:43-How To Stop Being A Victim At Work10:49-How to deal with someone who plays the victim14:41-Shift Your Mindset: Embracing Growth Through Challenges17:12- How Leaders Break Free from Victim Mentality21:54- Building Resilience Daily and finding diamonds in the mud
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

May 8, 2023 • 24min
Victim Mentality: Power of Paradox
Are you ready to break free from victim mentality? Join CLG as we delve into the power of Transcendent Function, a technique popularized by Carl Jung, and discover how it can reshape your perspective on the insidious nature of victim mentality. Ready to be Victorious instead of Victim? Step inside the Perfectionism Rewired Accelerator and in 6 weeks we'll squeeze every drop of victim mentality out of your system, permanently. go to https://courtneylovegavin.com/acceleratorYOU'LL DiSCOVER:Transcendent Function: Understand the power of holding paradoxes and how it can liberate your mind.Victim Consciousness: Recognize the insidious nature of victim vibes and how they manifest in our daily lives.The Power of Truth: Embrace the importance of being brutally honest with oneself to foster growth and transformation.Play with the power of paradoxDetect subtle victim mentality in your own communications and other people'sCultivate refreshing self-honesty to cancel victimhood + build inner strengthDiscover the value (+ necessity) of a guide when rewiringRealize the significance of a 1% reduction in victim vibes in healing generational traumaKey moments in this episode are:00:02:32 - Using Victim Language As Currency00:03:21 - Transcendent Function Applied To Victim Mentality IRL00:06:57 - Beauty Occurs When You Stop Fighting Your Unconscious 00:08:15 - I Don't Know Is a Lie When It Comes To Yourself00:10:17 - Ways to Stop Being A Victim in your Life00:12:36 - CLG Facing Her Own Victim Mentality When Client Ghosted Their Bill00:15:11 - Recognizing and Owning Entitlement00:16:29 - Replacing Wishbones with Backbones00:19:00 - Microscopic Truthfulness and Expansion00:21:08 - The Danger of DIY00:22:09 - Reducing Victim Mentality
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Apr 28, 2023 • 15min
Going From Good To Great + Great to Excellence
Gay Hendricks calls this your "upper limit" your internal barometer for how much joy, success and satisfaction you allow yourself to experience as an overachiever. Discover the 7 signs that you're not allowing yourself to fully experience life's pleasures and blocking yourself from truly enjoying your life to the fullest.If want to go from great to UNSTOPPABLE ferocity, you gotta check out my 1-1 coaching for overachievers The AcceleratorWhen you join The Accelerator, you’ll get instant access to rich resource library of neuroscience-backed tools designed to help you triple your progress in half the time, leverage your strengths and create confidence that's bigger than Dolly Parton's hair with on-demand masterclasses, private podcasts, journaling exercises, playbooks, meditations and more!Plus, with concierge text coaching and one-on-one private sessions, you'll never feel alone in your extraordinary pursuit of excellence.Join The Accelerator today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/acceleratorInside This Episode You'll Learn:00:00:00-Introduction and "The Perfectionist Guide" newsletter.00:01:32-UnderstandingYour Upper Limit and Havingness level00:03:15-How to reset and increase your Havingness level00:04:16-Underearning and overworking.00:05:05-Clutter and disorganization.00:05:48-Being overly critical of yourself and others.00:07:16-Starting but not finishing projects.00:09:29-Overconsumption without enjoyment.00:10:09-Intimacy issues.00:10:59-Discomfort with compliments.
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Apr 17, 2023 • 12min
How To Rewire Any Limiting Belief
Ever feel like your brain is betraying you? Here's your roadmap to rewiring any limiting belief and nurturing intricate relationship between your mind + change. If you’re committed to being stronger, happier, braver, more resilient + want in-depth personalized support rewiring your perfectionism, The Accelerator is for you! Come and join us today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/accelerator In Episode 141 You'll Learn:The pitfalls of blindly following thoughts and perceptions.Escapism and its role in drowning out inner voices.The tug-of-war between conscious resistance and limiting beliefs.Your A-HA Moment: realizing your mind's incessant chatter isn't the ultimate decision-maker.The dangers of returning to old patterns and how the universe sends wake-up calls.
Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.
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