Ep. 42 Do You Feel Like You Have to Get Everything Right?

Do you feel like you have to get everything right?Your body. Your work. Your relationships. The way other people see you.For many of us, perfectionism isn't really about wanting to be perfect. It's about what we believe being “good enough” will give us: safety, love, acceptance, approval, and a sense of worth.And when that belief gets attached to our bodies, we can spend years trying to make our bodies “right”—without realizing that we're asking our bodies to prove something about us.In this episode, I explore:Why criticism and feedback can feel so much more threatening than they seemHow perfectionism can become a way of protecting ourselvesWhy our bodies can become a kind of armourWhy letting go of dieting and body control can feel surprisingly scaryHow the same perfectionism pattern can show up in our work, relationships, parenting and people-pleasingThe difference between receiving someone's feedback and making their opinion mean something about your worthWhy we don't need to prove that we're good enoughAnd what becomes possible when we stop asking our bodies—and our lives—to prove our valueAt the end of the episode, I'll guide you through a short reflection to help you notice where you might be trying to prove yourself in your own life.Want to go deeper?If you're recognizing yourself in this episode and want support untangling the beliefs underneath your body struggle, I work with women privately through 1:1 coaching.→ Learn about 1:1 coaching: www.kristinabruce.com/private-coachingNot ready for coaching? Start with my free Guide to Body Peace for a gentle introduction to building a more peaceful relationship with your body.→ Get the free Guide to Body Peace: www.kristinabruce.com/gudeCONNECT WITH KRISTINA🌐 Website: https://www.kristinabruce.com/📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinabrucecoachThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.