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Dec 27, 2023 • 25min

More you Control, Less powerful you Feel?

 Imagine steering a tiny dinghy in stormy seas. That's control. Now, picture yourself commanding a majestic yacht, gliding effortlessly over the waves. That's power. That’s this episode. In this episode CLG lays out the shortest, simplest pathway to the results you actually want: power, peace and presence with a special focus on parenting and daily life.  Tired of waiting for “things to calm down” so you can FEEL better? Whether it's becoming much more DECISIVE in everything you do, the ability to fall asleep without obsessing over your to do list or PRESENCE with your family (no more catastrophizing) inside Perfectionism Optimized you get customized 1-1 coaching + the SKILLS you've never been taught that FREE you from panic + controlling everything  all the time. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimizedIn This Episode You’ll Learn:Parenting Insights: Essential tips for perfectionist parents on presence and power dynamics with childrenRecognizing the REAL reasons underneath your need for control and getting to the root of feeling safeUnderstanding the distinction between living in the present moment and being fixated on being happy the futureE.P.I.C. Framework: Introducing the Embodied Presence Interoceptive Connection framework for perfectionists ready to live a calm, empowered and deliciously rich life. Ep. 196 Timestamps01:52-Understanding the impact of controlling perfectionistic tendencies on daily life03:11-Felt Safety: Why your environment doesn't determine your safety and what does05:53-Hidden motivations secretly fueling perfectionism anxiety09:00-Mindfulness Strategies for ending Control Loops10:42-Distinction between needing and wanting to do something13:14-Perks of living in Present Time + enhancing perfectionist productivity15:04-Being responsive instead of reactive20:20-Your EPIC Framework: Practical tools for perfectionists to tune in + build permanent resilience Truth + Accuracy in this Episode Provided By: Barrett, L. F., Mesquita, B., & Gendron, M. (2011). Context in Emotion Perception. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 20(5), 286–290. https://doi.org/10.1177/0963721411422522Frankl, V. E. (1992). *Man's search for meaning: An introduction to logotherapy* (4th ed.) (I. Lasch, Trans.). Beacon Press.‌Hinton, A., McReynolds, M. R., Martinez, D., Shuler, H., & Termini, C. M. (2020). The power of saying no. EMBO Reports, 21(7). https://doi.org/10.15252/embr.202050918Lisa Feldman Barrett, Mesquita, B., Ochsner, K. N., & Gross, J. J. (2007). The Experience of Emotion. Annual Review of Psychology, 58(1), 373–403. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.psych.58.110405.085709Mahler, K., McLaughlin, E., & Anson, D. (2020). Interoception across varying degrees of mental wellness. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 74(4.1, Suppl.). https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.74S1-PO9513Mahler, K., (2019). The Interoception Curriculum, Kelly MahlerMary Durand Thomas, & Bigatti, S. M. (2020). Perfectionism, impostor phenomenon, and mental health in medicine: a literature review. International Journal of Medical Education, 11, 201–213. https://doi.org/10.5116/ijme.5f54.c8f8‌‌ 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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Dec 25, 2023 • 14min

Not A Popularity Contest but if it was...You've Already Won

When you stop trying to get people to like you or validate you (or listen to your podcast) this wild phenomenon occurs: You become popular! Plot twist that makes you pause as to why for sooooo long you tried soooo hard and cared soooo much about being well received it never happened. Happy surprises + insights inside. In a world of quick fixes, you deserve lasting change. Experience the embodied Presence of rewiring your perfectionistic tendencies inside Perfectionism Leveraged, the only neuroscience-backed 1-1 coaching that gives you the abilities to control YOUR emotions and feel as put together as your life looks. To see if Perfectionism Leveraged might be the answer you’ve been looking for, go to https://courtneylovegavin.comIn this episode of Perfectionism Rewired podcast you’ll discover:How CLG's tiny and mighty changes add up to big impacts for Perfectionism RewiredMost shared Perfectionism Rewired episode in 2023 on SpotifyCountries to find other perfectionistic people with exquisite taste like yourselfWhat's Inside This Episode:00:00-Love Language of Gift Giving02:28-Special Holiday Gift Announcement For Perfectionism Rewired community02:43-Perfectionism Is The New ADHD03:17-Global Reach: Top NEW Listener Countries04:37-Most Shared Episode on Spotify "Why Am I Self Sabotaging?"06:04-The Significance of 99 Spotify Fans07:09-CLG Punitive Perfectionism IRL08:11-Looking at your own data without the drama09:15-Perfectionism Impacts 92% of Global Population11:09-What Happens When You're Present Highly Credible Sources Referenced in This Episode:Curran, T., & Hill, A. P. (2019). Perfectionism is increasing over time: A meta-analysis of birth cohort differences from 1989 to 2016. Psychological Bulletin, 145(4), 410–429. https://doi.org/10.1037/bul0000138Spotify for Podcasters, Unwrapped Report 2023 for Perfectionism Rewired‌ 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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Dec 19, 2023 • 13min

Everything You Need to Know About Self Regulation as a Perfectionist

 Can’t seem to calm down despite taking deep breaths, memorizing ALL the coping skills + “knowing” what to do? Forget about those dusty generic strategies. Discover the HIDDEN self-regulation skill that no one's told you about until now! Get the relief, control and answers you’ve been longing for with tailored, effective emotional resilience methods that work for YOU.You’ll learn to recognize those subtle, personal cues that tell you stress is creeping in so you can take control. And the coolest part? You’ll learn how to combat it on the spot – whether you’re dealing with an annoying colleague who’s blowing you up on Slack, a last minute snafu in your rigorously relaxed vacation itinerary, or even a cranky mother-in-law (we all have one, don’t we?). Join CLG in making emotional poise and resilience your new normal.PS. If you're like WTF is Interoception listen to Perfectionism Rewired podcast Ep. 193  to listen go to: https://bit.ly/interoception411 🌟Got Presence? 🌟In a world of quick fixes, you deserve lasting change. Experience the embodied Presence of rewiring your perfectionistic tendencies and whole self-regulation, inside Perfectionism Leveraged, the only neuroscience-backed 1-1 coaching that gives you the abilities to control YOUR emotions, not just situations and finally feel as put together as your life looks.You ready to quit fighting against yourself and start enjoying the life you’ve worked so hard to create.? To see if Perfectionism Leveraged might be the sustainable solution you’ve been searching for, go to https://courtneylovegavin.com In this episode of Perfectionism Rewired podcast you’ll discover:Why in the heat of crucial moments your meticulously learned coping strategies vanish when you need them mostMAJOR CLUES most doctors, therapists and coaches miss that are stifling your emotional regulationBiggest misconceptions about perfectionist learning self regulationThe simple way to strengthen your emotional resilience as intuitive, empowering responses in the face of dumpster fires Here's A Glance At Episode 194:00:00-Introduction01:23-What is self regulation02:09-Coping Strategies for Perfectionists03:17-Building resilience in stressful situations04:48-Why Anxiety Coping Skills don’t help with intense emotions06:11-What doctors, therapists and clinicians miss that stunt your emotional intelligence07:29-The Root of Effective Self Regulation Skills08:48-Why traditional self regulation approaches fall short for perfectionists10:23-How to build emotional resilience12:31-More effective approach to emotional self regulation for perfectionists Highly Credible Sources Referenced in Ep. 194 Include:Goerlich K. S. (2018). The Multifaceted Nature of Alexithymia - A Neuroscientific Perspective. Frontiers in psychology, 9, 1614. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01614Kummer, K., Mattes, A. & Stahl, J. Do perfectionists show negative, repetitive thoughts facing uncertain situations?. Curr Psychol (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-04409-3Martini, M., Marzola, E., Brustolin, A., & Abbate-Daga, G. (2021). Feeling imperfect and imperfectly feeling: A network analysis on perfectionism, interoceptive sensibility, and eating symptomatology in anorexia nervosa. European Eating Disorders Review, 29(6), 893–909. https://doi.org/10.1002/erv.2863Mattes, A., Mück, M., & Stahl, J. (2023). Perfectionism-related variations in error processing in a task with increased response selection complexity. Personality neuroscience, 5, e12. https://doi.org/10.1017/pen.2022.3Ventura-Bort C, Wendt J and Weymar M (2021) The Role of Interoceptive Sensibility and Emotional Conceptualization for the Experience of Emotions. Front. Psychol. 12:712418. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.712418  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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Dec 16, 2023 • 21min

Will Save Your Sanity (Might Just Change Your Life)

Your Perfectionism does NOT work the way you think it does. Your brain predicts *almost* everything you feel, think, do, and when it gets it wrong, it's called a prediction error. Get up to speed on prediction errors and how learning a new language – interoception – to effectively interpret and understand your own emotions, thoughts and physiological responses will save your sanity and might just change your life.9.5 out of 10 Perfectionists need control in order to feel calm.  Are you one of them? Upgrade control for embodied presence  and get fluent in the only language that makes you FEEL EVEN BETTER than your life looks inside  Perfectionism Optimized 1-1 coaching + in-depth personalized support rewiring your perfectionism. Get our stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized Here’s Episode 194 At A Glance:00:00-Understanding perfectionism for less anxiety and controlling01:33-Clearing Up The Myths + Misinformation About Perfectionism03:06-IRL Perfectionist Client Testimonial: Kelly Perfectionist Parent 05:27-Perfectionist Feeling Embarrassed At Work06:18-Misunderstood Perfectionist Fears07:21-Examining Sensory Data's Influence on Perfectionism09:28-Trippy Example of Brain's Prediction In Action10:07-This Is Poison to your progress 11:53-Why Interoception Is Pivotal Perfectionists13:01-Perfectionist Difficulties in Implementing Interoceptive Skills13:55-Importance of Perfectionist Interoception14:27-Are you Interoceptive Illiterate?15:52-Where Do Brain Predictions Come From?16:27-Who Profits from you believing in flaws, empower change19:06-Living according to YOUR values, harmonizing career-family-youHighly Credible Sources Referenced in Ep. 193 Include:Alexandria Meyer, Karl Wissemann, Controlling parenting and perfectionism is associated with an increased error-related negativity (ERN) in young adults, Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, Volume 15, Issue 1, January 2020, Pages 87–95, https://doi.org/10.1093/scan/nsaa018Attwell D, Laughlin SB. An Energy Budget for Signaling in the Grey Matter of the Brain. Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow & Metabolism doi:10.1097/00004647-200110000-00001Barrett, L., Simmons, W. Interoceptive Predictions in the Brain National Review Neurosciencehttps://doi.org/10.1038/nrn3950Jutta Stahl, Manuela Acharki, Miriam Kresimon, Frederike Völler, Henning Gibbons, Perfect error processing: Perfectionism-related variations in action monitoring and error processing mechanisms, International Journal of Psychophysiology https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpsycho.2015.06.002Kummer, K., Mattes, A. & Stahl, J. Do perfectionists show negative, repetitive thoughts facing uncertain situations?. Curr Psychol (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-04409-3Mattes, A., Mück, M., & Stahl, J. (2023). Perfectionism-related variations in error processing in a task with increased response selection complexity. Personality neuroscience, 5, e12. https://doi.org/10.1017/pen.2022.3Ventura-Bort C, Wendt J and Weymar M (2021) The Role of Interoceptive Sensibility and Emotional Conceptualization for the Experience of Emotions. Front. Psychol. 12:712418. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.712418 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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Dec 10, 2023 • 22min

When Taking A Few Deep Breaths Isn't Enough

If you've ever felt misunderstood or frustrated bc what you're trying (psychotherapy, meditation, pushing through etc.) isn't working as fast or as well as you thought it would, this episode will make it all make sense. PS- Don't take my word for it. Hear real-life stories from perfectionists who had just about given up before finding Perfectionist Solutions.Tired of waiting for “things to calm down” so you can FEEL better? Whether it's becoming much more DECISIVE in everything you do, the ability to fall asleep without obsessing over your to do list or PRESENCE with your family (no more catastrophizing) When you join Perfectionism Optimized you get 1-1 coaching + the SKILLS you've never been taught that save you from living anxiously all the time. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized"Your inner experience is always correct and valid. It's crucial to find support that acknowledges and works with your unique inner world as a perfectionist."-CLG  episode 192 Perfectionism RewiredIn This Episode You’ll Learn:EPSISODE 192 TIMESTAMPS:01:13-Struggling with perfectionism? It’s not You. It’s…02:18-Playing the wait and see strategy out until a crisis03:27-How the Perfectionist Playbooks come in clutch05:00-When You Have Nobody To Turn To or Who Understands06:15-Inner Experience of Being A Perfectionist07:30-How complying with the rules to earn the reward, screws over perfectionists08:16-When Talk Therapy Makes Perfectionism Worse (IRL client example)09:54-Why Compliance Driven Support DOES NOT work for perfectionists10:26-When Deep Breathing Just Isn’t Cutting It. This.is.WHY11:12-Dangers of hierarchical support like doctor + patient12:54-Confused bc taking deep breaths is supposed to be relaxing13:18-What lies beneath the surface of perfectionism is what’s controlling it13:30-Why it feels like you're playing a game of whack a mole14:00-How Perfectionistic Habits are like the Golden Gate Bridge15:02-Love Researching, learning  or self-diagnose? LISTEN UP15:44-If deep breathing is not enough, what is?16:30-The one thing that makes changes easy to do17:21-Surprising changes for Carly + her young kids with Interoceptive Awareness18:14-Practical Interoception tools so you can stay regulated even during hectic days19:23-Why Interoception Works for Perfectionism20:00-Secret Way Human Bodies decide how anxious or calm to be21:05-Sneak Preview of next episode HIGHLY CREDIBLE SOURCES CITED IN THIS EPISODE:Adrián Yoris, Esteves, S., Couto, B., Melloni, M., Kichic, R., Cetkovich, M., … Sedeño, L. (2015). The roles of interoceptive sensitivity and metacognitive interoception in panic. Behavioral and Brain Functions, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12993-015-0058-8Asena Boyadzhieva, & Ezgi Kayhan. (2021). Keeping the Breath in Mind: Respiration, Neural Oscillations, and the Free Energy Principle. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 15. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2021.647579‌Duquette, P., & Ainley, V. (2019). Working With the Predictable Life of Patients: The Importance of “Mentalizing Interoception” to Meaningful Change in Psychotherapy. Frontiers in Psychology, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02173Price, C., & Hooven, C. (2018). Interoceptive Awareness Skills for Emotion Regulation: Theory and Approach of Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT). Frontiers in Psychology, 9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.00798Zoellner, L. A., & Craske, M. G. (1999). Interoceptive Accuracy and Panic. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 37(12), 1141–1158. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0005-7967(98)00202-2‌‌‌ 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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Dec 10, 2023 • 2min

Got that *I have too much to do!!* feeling!?

If you're juggling deadlines, hectic schedules and family responsibilities and feel like you don't have any time for yourself right now, this episode will help you YOU actually enjoy your holidays (and life!). Whether it's standing up to your in-laws with newfound confidence, the ability to fall asleep without obsessing over your to do list or PRESENCE with your family, When you know you’ve GOT this, holiday stress has no hold over you and your life goes from lackluster to joyful real fast. Want to stop waiting for “things to calm down” so you can FEEL better? If you're DONE being burned out by NYE, you’ve GOT to take advantage of the holiday special I'm offering inside my 1-1 coaching Perfectionism Optimized where you’ll discover how to stop stressy anxiety from creeping into your body + hijacking your mind so you're calm, present and JoyFULL.  Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized 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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Dec 7, 2023 • 17min

When You're Mortified You Made SUCH A Careless Mistake

If you find yourself dwelling on a *mistake* you made for weeks, months (years!) or can’t stop feeling embarrassed/disappointed in yourself for “messing up” THIS episode will help you move forward and playfully break free from your own 'mistake prisons' Take a rare real-time journey inside the mind of a perfectionist (CLG) who JUST made a very public (very careless) mistake and explore the intricacies of dealing with rejection sensitivity, taking decisive uncomfy action and what all-or-nothing thinking has to do with it. On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Make your life YOURS and actually ENJOY it along the way inside  Perfectionism Optimized where you'll get  cutting-edge neuroscience tools to stop stress from pulling you out of the present moment and  we'll retrain the way your brain responds to mistakes so they can no longer f#ck with your Joy. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimized EPSISODE 191 TIMESTAMPS:00:00-Introduction to Perfectionism Rewired01:49-When you make gorgeous plans, but you don't follow through on them03:03-Exploring Rejection Sensitivity in Perfectionists03:17-CLG's mistake very publicly on the podcast04:19-Inside the all or nothing thinking going on in CLG's head05:00-Understanding how to navigate the complexities of your perfectionism06:17-Have self-awareness around perfectionistic tendencies but stuck in indecision06:38-Paper thinking = flushing the toilet in your head07:15-You think there's this one right decision out there 07:49-Constructing alibis for your "failures" instead of moving through mistakes08:15-What Perfectionism Comes Down To09:15-When you're mortified you made such a careless mistake10:01-Only when you  hear how you talk to yourself do you actually know where YOUR best decision is11:08-Making a mistake is an opportunity to throat punch yourself11:25-How building up your capacity to make mistakes is like running stairs12:43-I made mistakes and I had a lot of really crappy thoughts about myself 13:30-Mindlessly going from task to task instead of gaining the skills to make a mistake + level up14:33-You stop giving power to the past it loses its power over you and you become the one in charge15:12-Calmly and confidently making mistakes is a skill15:58-The fastest way to figure out what's really underneath your perfectionistic patterns 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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Dec 5, 2023 • 10min

Obsessing Over Your Mistakes

Mistakes are the scabs perfectionists love to pick, even if they make us bleed + leave a heinous scar that only we can see. Find out the top 5 reasons perfectionists are conditioned to be like moths drawn to the flame of mistakes, why overthinking mistakes feels like an addiction to your brain,  the RIGHT way to handle mistakes so you don't keep making the same ones on repeat, even if you're in a high-stakes career where precision is a MUST. On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Make your life YOURS and actually ENJOY it along the way inside  Perfectionism Optimized where you'll get  cutting-edge neuroscience tools to stop stress from pulling you out of the present moment and  we'll retrain the way your brain responds to mistakes so they can no longer f#ck with your Joy. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimizedListen to the full episode to hear:How Perfectionistic patterns skew your ability to accurately see your mistakesWhy your brain is OBSESSED with overthinking every small mistake (hint, it involves dopamine)Getting more upset over a random TikTok comment than celebrating your big wins begins to make sense"Dopamine is not the feel good neurotransmitter. It's the predictor hormone. What makes us feel good is the certainty it brings. Obsessing over your mistakes. You know how you're going to feel. Yes, you're going to feel crappy, but it's the crappy that you can count on." - CLG, On Why Perfectionists Continue To Obsess Over Their Mistakes EPSISODE 190 TIMESTAMPS:00:00-Introduction to Perfectionism Rewired01:43-Cringeworthy Moment When My Obsession Over Small Mistakes Injured My Career02:26-When You Get 100 Gold Stars But All You Can Think About Is the 1 Nastygram03:05-Top Five Reasons Perfectionists Are Conditioned To Handle Mistakes Wrong04:48-How Mistakes Are Like The Weather 05:50-Penalized For Mistakes As A Kid + Stuff Taken Away06:25-The Correct Way To Obsess Over Mistakes 07:00-WHY am I obsessed with this every small mistake? I should be happy07:12-You believe the mistakes mean something deeper about you07:57-Your Reticular Activating System Is Trained To Fetch All Your Mistakes08:13-How Neurosculpting Rewires Your Pattern + Gives You Better Sources of Dopamine08:35-Your Career Demands Precision + is High-Stakes09:11-How To Turn Those 'oops' Moments into Enjoyable A-HA Moments 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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Dec 4, 2023 • 18min

Calm Anxiety + Take Control With the Worry Window

Discover the simple technique that rewires your brain, empowering you to take control of your anxiety, worry and catastrophizing. Stay focused on this for 21 days and reduce your stress by 50%. Start now for a calmer, more present you.On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Build confidence from being fully in charge of your life, through the proven, science-backed tools in  Perfectionism Optimized is non negotiable. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimizedListen to the full episode to hear:Two biggest mistakes Perfectionists make with stress managementHow to customize your own 'Worry Window'Techniques for perfectionist parents + improving mental wellness in childrenResources Mentioned:BOOK: Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers for a deeper understanding of stress and its effectsPerfectionist Power Matrix of Prisoners, Hostages, Puppets + Owners: https://pin.it/7pei4sO EPSISODE 189 TIMESTAMPS:00:00-Introduction to Perfectionism Rewired01:25-Tool Helps Perfectionist Parents and Kids with Anxiety Relief02:03-CLG's Journey with Anxiety + Panic Attacks03:37-Two Biggest Stress Mistakes Perfectionists Make 04:02-The Science Behind Stress and Perfectionism06:03-Unveiling the Worry Window Technique07:33-Power of Choosing When You Worry09:36-Customizing How To Stop Worrying Technique12:18-Impact of Paper Thinking on Panic13:23-Potty Training Your Perfectionism + Stress14:33-How You Get Your Unconscious Playing on Your Team15:16-Will Worry Window make me worry more? 16:00-Why Logicalizing Doesn't Work with Perfectionism and Anxiety16:52-How To Cut Your Anxiety In Half in 21 Days 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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Dec 3, 2023 • 12min

Catastrophizing

Catastrophizing: when worst-case scenarios dominate your thoughts, leading you away from reality, fueling fear and anxiety. Find out why this common perfectionist habit is not protective but actually poisoning your potential and how to stop catastrophizing. If you're eager to ditch the horror movie playing in your head, value your time & want to empower yourself with clear, calm thinking, getting in Perfectionism Optimized is non negotiable. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/optimizedListen to the full episode to hear:Why Worry Won't Protect You or Prepare YouWhat makes catastrophizing especially addictive for perfectionistsHow to stop worrying about the future +why you want to aspaEPSISODE 188 TIMESTAMPS:00:00-Introduction to Perfectionism Rewired01:01-Replaying The Worst Case Scenario On Repeat01:38-Brining You To Reality + Out of Living In Fear02:26-Secondary Gains + Hidden Benefits of Catastrophizing03:08-Why Worrying Won't Protect You04:18-Perfectionism Optimized heart surgeon client on panic + career progress05:23-Choosing Trust Over Fear06:03-Expanding Your Options by Integrity Inquiry06:34-Beauty of Present Moment Awareness07:33-Confronting Incongruence in Catastrophic Thinking08:37-Owning Your Choice To Stop Worrying About The Future09:14-How Catastrophizing Impacts Perfectionists10:30-If All You Want For Christmas is Calm11:39-Breaking the Cycle of Catastrophizing 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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