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Podcast: Introverted Entrepreneur: The Inner Work of Leadership
Episode: The Perfectionist’s Trap: How Self-Criticism and Overworking Keep You Stuck
Description: Do you constantly fix tiny mistakes no one else notices? Struggle to say no, even when something doesn’t feel right? Perfectionism can feel like a high standard, but underneath, it often hides deep fears of rejection, failure, and not being enough.In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden link between perfectionism, self-criticism, and workaholism. We’ll explore how childhood patterns shape our obsession with control, why helping others can sometimes be a way to avoid our own pain, and how codependency keeps us trapped in toxic cycles. Plus, I’ll share a personal...