Recovering Perfectionists

Controlling everything is starting to feel out of control.

No matter how much you want to get a handle on it, there are some things you can’t control.

You’re only human, after all.

Uncertainty, mistakes, and derailed plans are all a part of life.

However, what isn’t is your struggle every day to control everything and everyone.

Plans go unheard and under-appreciated.

I know it’s frustrating when a coworker isn’t listening to your ideas at work.

The weekend trip you’ve been planning for weeks gets overtaken by the family who has a “fun idea,” and the world has suddenly turned upside down.

The fears, “what ifs,” and desires to avoid conflict make you feel like you’re walking on a tightrope while trying to keep everyone happy and everything in its place.

Striving for perfection leaves no time for yourself.

And when you inevitably fall, it’s a horrible, stressful, and embarrassing feeling.

When you care, you want to do everything possible to help others and make life smooth.

The problem isn’t caring; it’s when you put so much effort into being perfect all the time that there’s no time left over for you.

The desire for perfection leads to frustration and resentment.

Soon, you start to feel resentment toward everyone.

They don’t seem to get how hard you work.

And not only do you feel unappreciated, but you begin to feel invisible, too.

The person you were gets lost while you’re caring for everyone else.

Finding yourself rather than striving to be perfect.

Together, we will work on your recovery from perfection.

With my help, you’ll learn how to direct your energy and attention to the areas in your life where you have control.

By letting go of perceived control, you can take back real power over your life. A life that isn’t perfect, but one that keeps you connected with what matters most. 

Schedule a free 15-minute consult with me and start loving your life again.