Episode 130: Pushing Through Perfection: Journey to a Life of Passion | Nicole Baker
Ever feel like you're juggling ten plates while standing on a unicycle?
Well, buckle up because this episode is all about the balancing act of push periods, both the necessity-driven slogs and those wild bursts of creative passion. With the wisdom of life and mindset coach Nicole Baker, we traverse the rocky terrain of stress management for all you busy bees out there—yes, especially the superhero moms. Nicole's candid sharing of her transition from the performing arts to empowering individuals in fighting perfectionism is nothing short of inspiring.
This isn't your average pep talk on productivity. Instead, we're cracking open the vault on perfectionism, showcasing its many guises—from the tireless high achievers to those of us who craft procrastination into an art form, to the people pleasers who could give chameleons a run for their money. We're getting personal, revealing how these traits play out in my world, like the battle with an email inbox that's as intimidating as a dragon hoarding its treasure. (Currently reading Fourth Wing so dragons are always on the brain iykyk). We navigate these identities and discuss practical ways to stay true to your goals without falling prey to the siren song of perfection.
Lastly, we're setting the stage for those peak seasons of life when stress is the uninvited plus one to every event. Do you know what it's like to dig yourself into a figurative hole? Of course you do; we've all been there. But this episode is all about the metaphorical ladder—strategies to climb out and bask in the positivity of achievable goals. I'll let you in on my secret escape—a good fantasy novel—and we'll talk about how stress can be more of a frenemy than a nemesis, pushing us towards greatness if we handle it with care. So, come for the insights, stay for the company, and leave with a lighter load on your shoulders. Nicole and I can't wait to share this journey with you.
Check out this episode’s highlights:
(4:00) Navigating Push Periods and Finding Passion
(14:58) Transitioning From Performing to Life Coaching
(21:33) Types of Perfectionism
(25:14) Navigating Perfectionism and Busy Seasons
(39:14) Navigating Stress and Setting Achievable Goals
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