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CM 247: Thomas Curran on the Perfection Trap
CM 247: Thomas Curran on the Perfection Trap
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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Aug 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Aiming for perfection seems like a noble goal. It’s like we’re holding ourselves to a higher standard or standing out from the crowd.
But striving for perfection means working toward the impossible. And the cost to our mental and physical health can be enormous.
London School of Economics Professor, Thomas Curran, experienced the impact of perfectionism firsthand. As a recovering perfectionist, he’s made the field the focus of his research.
Curran’s research led to his book, The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough. In it, he explains the psychology behind it, calls out cultural messages that reinforce it, and shares steps we can take to overcome it.
Episode Links
Perfectionists Need to Embrace Failure
The Rise of Perfectionism – and the Harm It’s Doing Us All
Understanding Perfectionism and Impostor Syndrome with Dr. Thomas Curran
Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami
The Team
Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here.
Support the Podcast
If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show.
Subscribe
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But striving for perfection means working toward the impossible. And the cost to our mental and physical health can be enormous.
London School of Economics Professor, Thomas Curran, experienced the impact of perfectionism firsthand. As a recovering perfectionist, he’s made the field the focus of his research.
Curran’s research led to his book, The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough. In it, he explains the psychology behind it, calls out cultural messages that reinforce it, and shares steps we can take to overcome it.
Episode Links
Perfectionists Need to Embrace Failure
The Rise of Perfectionism – and the Harm It’s Doing Us All
Understanding Perfectionism and Impostor Syndrome with Dr. Thomas Curran
Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami
The Team
Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here.
Support the Podcast
If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show.
Subscribe
Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe.
Released:
Aug 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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