The Science Of Overcoming Perfectionism | Thomas Curran
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<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Actionable advice on working with one of the few socially acceptable vices.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Whilst striving for perfection might seem logical on some level, it's not actually attainable. And the research shows it can lead to burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, reduced productivity, and reduced resilience.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Thomas Curran is a professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioral Science at the London School of Economics and is the author of <a href= "https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-perfection-trap-embracing-the-power-of-good-enough-thomas-curran/20712570?ean=9781982149543" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough</em></a><em>.</em> </p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>In this episode we talk about:</strong></p> <p><br /></p> <ul> <li>The definition of perfectionism – it's more than just high standards</li> <li>The 3 flavors of perfectionism</li> <li>The surprising findings on perfectionism and gender </li> <li>Perfectionism VS imposter syndrome </li> <li>The root of perfectionism </li> <li>The variables that lead to perfectionism </li> <li>Thomas' critiques on capitalism and growth mindset</li> <li>How to actually implement mantras like "progress not perfection" and "embracing good enough"</li> <li>4 elements to combat imperfectionism </li> <li>The recipe for achieving inner abundance</li> <li>How to make good work without caring what other people think of you?</li> <li>And parenting and perfectionism </li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Related Episodes:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/valerie-young-574" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Do You Feel Like an Imposter? | Dr. Valerie Young (Co-Interviewed by Dan's Wife, Bianca!) </a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/sonya-renee-taylor-369" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How To End The War With Your Body | Sonya Renee Taylor.</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/amy-edmondson-2023" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Science of Failing Well | Amy Edmondson</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/mark-epstein-10th" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dr. Mark Epstein On: How To Transform Your Neuroses Into "Little Shmoos"</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/mark-epstein-412" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Zen of Therapy | Mark Epstein </a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/mark-epstein-247" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Weird Dreams, Family Relationships, and Collective Trauma I Dr. Mark Epstein</a></li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Sign up for Dan's weekly newsletter</strong> <a href= "https://bit.ly/3QtGRqJ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>here</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Follow Dan on social:</strong> <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>Instagram</strong></a><strong>,</strong> <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>TikTok</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Ten Percent Happier online</strong> <a href= "https://bit.ly/46TZglY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>bookstore</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Subscribe to our</strong> <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>YouTube Channel</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Our favorite playlists on:</strong> <a href= "https://spoti.fi/3Qa8kMT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>Anxiety</strong></a><strong>,</strong> <a href= "https://spoti.fi/3MjtMxF" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>Sleep</strong></a><strong>,</strong> <a href= "https://spoti.fi/3QvyA5J" rel="noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"><strong>Relationships</strong></a><strong>,</strong> <a href="https://spoti.fi/3QxZASc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Most Popular Episodes</strong></a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Full Shownotes:</strong> <a href= "https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/thomas-curran" rel= "noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank">https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/thomas-curran</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Additional Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Download the Ten Percent Happier app today: <a href= "https://10percenthappier.app.link/install" rel= "noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank">https://10percenthappier.app.link/install</a></li> </ul> <p><br /></p>
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