Healing Isn't a To-Do List: Escaping the Self-Help Trap
In this episode, we discuss how self-help and healing can become overwhelming and turn into a second job, leading to burnout.
Kim, the host, shares her personal experience of getting stuck in the cycle of constantly trying to "fix" herself through journaling, courses, and podcasts, which actually made her feel more lost and disconnected.
She emphasizes that healing doesn't mean constantly working on yourself. It's about letting yourself be human, accepting that you're not broken, and finding joy in small, ordinary moments without guilt.
She encourages listeners to trust themselves, change their mindset, and let go of the need for perfection and external validation.
Perfectionism: The Hidden Wound of Childhood Trauma
Have you ever stopped to wonder why you push yourself to be perfect? In this episode, we explore how childhood experiences shape our perfectionist tendencies and why so many of us unknowingly chase flawlessness to prove our worth. I share my personal journey of striving for perfection, plus the stories of clients and loved ones who developed perfectionistic habits as a way to regain control over their lives. Together, we’ll uncover the deep connection between perfectionism and childhood wounds—and how recognizing this pattern is the first step to healing. If you’ve ever felt like you needed to prove yourself, this episode is for you.
Sign #4 You’re Ready to Start Healing: Breaking Free from Perfectionism
In this episode, we dive into the fourth sign that you're ready to start your healing journey: letting go of relentless perfectionism. Drawing from personal experiences, I explore how striving to be perfect—whether as a mom, a teacher, or a child seeking love and validation—can leave you feeling exhausted, robotic, and disconnected from your true self. I share stories of my struggles with perfectionism, from crafting battles with my daughter to the deep roots of these tendencies in childhood.
Listen as I discuss how embracing imperfection led to a life of greater freedom, authenticity, and presence. If you're tired of chasing impossible standards and are ready to let your true self shine, this episode is for you. Let’s take the first step toward healing by embracing the beauty of being perfectly imperfect.