In this episode of the EnergyWork Podcast, Sam Laura Brown breaks down the true nature of perfectionism and how it differs from striving for excellence. She explores five key signs of perfectionism and offers practical tools to overcome it, including her unique “power planning” method—a flexible alternative to rigid time blocking. Sam also shares how childhood experiences with shame can shape our perfectionist tendencies, and why cultivating mindfulness and self-compassion is crucial for healing. We also discuss the toxic influence of social media and societal pressure in fueling perfectionism, and how embracing “clean rest” can help us reclaim guilt-free downtime. 

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

• How perfectionism is rooted in shame—not ambition.
• The difference between striving for excellence and being a perfectionist.
• Five common signs you may be stuck in perfectionism (without realizing it).
• How to use “power planning” to ditch rigid schedules and still stay productive.
• Why mindfulness, self-compassion, and clean rest are key to healing perfectionist habits.

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