Welcome to Episode 24 of the B ME Podcast! Perfectionism might seem like a positive trait, but it can create unnecessary stress and make it hard to recognise the progress you’re making. In this episode, we’ll explore the impacts of perfectionism and explore how shifting your focus to progress instead can open the door to more personal growth, creativity, and joy. Let’s look at simple ways to set achievable goals, embrace a growth mindset, and celebrate small wins to keep moving forward with motivation and confidence! ? Ready to release the need for “perfect”? Let’s focus on steady progress and see the difference it can make! In this episode: 0:00 Welcome and episode introduction
1:17 The limitations and challenges of perfectionism
3:00 The impact of focusing on perfection: stress, procrastination, and self-criticism
5:22 Why progress is more important than perfection
6:31 The role of dopamine in celebrating progress and building motivation
7:33 Setting realistic goals using the S.T.E.P.S Formula
7:57 Adopting a growth mindset to see challenges as learning opportunities
8:36 Creativity, innovation, and happiness through progress focus
8:49 Directing listeners to additional resources in the Be Me Bites Edition About Your Host: Shari Ware, your guide on the journey to becoming a Better Me Every day, brings you practical insights and tools for embracing wellness in achievable steps. Shari’s journey of self-discovery and health empowerment has inspired her mission to support listeners in their own path to a balanced, fulfilled life. Next Steps: ?Check out the corresponding B ME Bites edition, B ME Bites 22, for more on this subject. You’ll find extra resources and insights that might not have made it into the podcast: https://bmebites.beehiiv.com/p/focus-on-progress-for-personal-growth ?Join the B ME Movement on Facebook to stay updated on new episodes, resources, and more: https://shariware.com/BME ?If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the B ME Podcast for more insightful discussions and practical tips. Additional Resources: ?You can check out Tim Ferriss’s best selling book “The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich” on Amazon using the following link: https://shariware.com/amazon/4HW Subscribe to the B ME Bites newsletter for weekly doses of motivation straight to your inbox: https://shariware.com/BMEBites Visit the website: https://shariware.com Access a comprehensive list of FREE Resources: https://shariware.com/resources Follow on social media for updates and inspiration: Follow on Facebook: https://shariware.com/FB Follow on Instagram: https://shariware.com/IG Follow on Threads: https://shariware.com/TH Follow on Twitter: https://shariware.com/TW Follow on LinkedIn: https://shariware.com/LI Follow on Pinterest: https://shariware.com/PI Follow on TikTok: https://shariware.com/TT Follow on your preferred podcast platform: https://shariware.com/PODCAST Thank you so much for tuning in! Remember, you have the power to transform your life, one small S.T.E.P.S step at a time. ?✨ (If you missed the episode on the S.T.E.P.S Formula, you can check it out here: https://bit.ly/BME4YT) See you in the comments! Shari Ware Chief Coffee Drinker, B ME – Better Me Everyday #ProgressNotPerfection #FocusOnGrowth #BreakFreeFromPerfection #CelebrateProgress #BMEJourney
