Perfection Is a Liar: And We’re Done Falling for It with Mary Marantz
Key Takeaways
Fear is boring—it recycles the same script, keeping you stuck with the illusion that perfection will keep you safe.
Perfectionism often hides in plain sight, rebranded as productivity or “being responsible,” but it’s still just fear in disguise.
The achiever mindset can be a mask for deep wounds, often rooted in rejection, abandonment, or a need to prove worth.
Neurodiverse thinkers, especially those with ADHD or HSP traits, often struggle with linear systems and benefit from reclaiming their creative, non-linear minds.
The antidote to burnout isn’t working harder—it’s…
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