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When Perfectionism Is Just Fear in Disguise | The Healing Journey
In this episode of The Healing Journey, host Suzanne Snyder explores the psychological roots of perfectionism, revealing it not as a virtue of excellence, but as fear in disguise. This episode is designed for high-achievers, perfectionists, and individuals struggling with chronic anxiety, self-doubt, and the exhausting pressure to maintain a flawless exterior. We unpack how the drive for perfection often stems from early childhood experiences where love and safety felt conditional, leading to an adaptive survival strategy that now feels like a prison. By examining the nervous system's role in…
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