How can letting go of perfectionism enhance your drive and lead to a more fulfilling life?

You're not alone. For the longest time, I believed that my drive and momentum were tied to being perfect. But what if I told you that letting go of perfectionism doesn't mean losing your edge? Instead, it means channeling your gifts and energy more intentionally and effectively.

I used to be a textbook perfectionist. Every project had to be flawless, every detail meticulously planned. It was fricken’ exhausting! My inner critic was relentless, constantly pushing me to achieve more, do better, be the best. And while it did help me reach some of my goals, it also left me feeling drained and unfulfilled.

Let’s get real: as perfectionists, we often bump into a fear that holds us back from healing and transforming. It's this gnawing fear that if we let go of our perfectionism, we'll lose our edge, our drive, our hard-earned momentum. We're terrified that everything we've built – our careers, businesses, families, homes, and even our savings – will come crashing down.

But guess what? That fear is some bulls*t, and I’m here to debunk it.

First off, let’s normalize this fear. It’s perfectly okay to be on the fence about acknowledging your struggles with perfectionism. Perfectionism is sneaky and manifests in various ways – procrastination, indecision, a relentless inner critic, staying up late to perfect something, playing small, or people-pleasing. These are all covert symptoms of perfectionism. If you overanalyze, rework things endlessly, or hold back on your dreams, you might be dealing with perfectionism. And that's okay.

In a previous podcast episode, I discussed seven signs that you might be suffering from perfectionism, and how it’s a protective part of our psyche. We've built this part to push us to greatness, thinking it's the reason for our success. We fear that without this drive, we’ll lose everything we’ve worked for. I get it – I’ve been there. My drive to overachieve was insane, driven by trauma and perfectionism.

Here’s the kicker though: overcoming perfectionism doesn't mean you lose your edge. In fact, you get to channel your drive more intentionally.

When you shed the layers of perfectionism, you’ll find that your core – your true self – is still golden. You still have that fire and those gifts, but now you can use them more effectively.

Perfectionism comes with a high cost – the pressure, anxiety, and relentless inner critic. These are full-time jobs that drain your precious energy. When you let go of these burdens, you free up that energy to become the woman you’re meant to be. You start showing up authentically, embodying your true self, and guess what? That’s when the magic happens, honey.

Imagine a life where you can channel your gifts and energy with intention, without the constant pressure to be perfect. Picture yourself achieving your goals with a sense of purpose and fulfillment, rather than fear and self-criticism. That's the beauty of letting go of perfectionism.

Embrace the possibility that when you heal your perfectionism, you gain confidence, joy, and ease. You redefine success on your terms, free from the pressures of being perfect. Anything created out of lack, fear, and survival isn’t truly yours. You are made of love and light, and when you let go of perfectionism, you make space for what you truly desire.

I’ve done the work to like who I am, and it has transformed my life. I’m more present, joyful, and successful than ever. I get to enjoy the journey, not just the destination. And you can too.

Here’s to making space for what really matters and embracing our true, imperfectly perfect selves.

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Take care of yourselves and therefore each other!

XO, Brooke Jean