It's an Inside Job
Imagine responding to challenges with quiet strength and living with a clearer sense of direction. It's an Inside Job, hosted by Jason Birkevold Liem, guides you there. This podcast is for anyone who believes cultivating inner resources is the most powerful way to shape their outer reality. We explore practical approaches for fostering resilience, nurturing well-being, and embedding intentionality into your daily rhythm.
On Mondays, we feature longer conversations with insightful individuals, uncovering practical wisdom on how your inner world serves as a compass for your outer experiences, shaping everything from your career to your relationships and personal fulfilment.
On BiteSize Fridays, get concise, actionable guidance for managing stress, making thoughtful choices, and nurturing your growth. If you're ready to consciously build a more aligned and fulfilling life, tune in.
After all, actual growth is an inside job!
It's an Inside Job
The Double-Edged Sword of Excellence: Insights and Skills on Overcoming Perfectionism.
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Ever wondered if striving for excellence can sometimes become a double-edged sword? What if you could hear firsthand about the impact of setting unattainable standards on mental well-being and personal growth? If you're curious about finding balance and cultivating resilience, this episode is for you.
Welcome to another exciting season of "It's an Inside Job"! In this season's opening episode, we explore the captivating topic of Perfectionism and its profound impact on our lives. As resilient individuals, we often push ourselves to meet high standards, but this pursuit can lead to significant challenges. Through real-life stories and expert insights, we'll examine the toll of perfectionism and the potential consequences of holding ourselves to unrealistic expectations.:
Imagine a life where you can break free from the pressure of perfectionism and embrace a healthier, more balanced approach.
By listening to this episode, you can:
- Understand the Toll: Gain insights into the psychological and emotional impact of perfectionism and unrealistic standards.
- Recognize Consequences: Learn to identify the signs and consequences of setting unattainable expectations for yourself.
- Cultivate Balance: Discover strategies and techniques to overcome the trap of the highest standards and nurture self-compassion.
Three Benefits You'll Gain:
- Enhanced Mental Health: Understand how to identify and challenge distorted thoughts, leading to a more balanced and peaceful mind.
- Increased Emotional Stability: Develop techniques to manage your emotions more effectively, resulting in a more stable and harmonious life.
- Greater Self-Understanding: Gain deeper insights into your own thought processes and learn how to navigate them with greater ease and confidence.
Are you ready to redefine success and embrace imperfection? Scroll up and click play to join our enlightening discussion on the trap of the highest standards.
Learn practical strategies to cultivate resilience, find balance, and lead a fulfilling life.
REFERENCES:
S2 E4: How to Reclaim Your Power & Find Strength. Interview with Dr. Ann Kaplan: Award-winning entrepreneur, author, and media personality.
S3 E16: The SHE Community - Social. Human. Equity. Astrid Skaugseth - CEO & Advocate for Diversity, Inclusion & Equity.
S4 E4: The ShePreneur Project: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with Tanya Dodaro.
CONNECT WITH ME:
webpage: www.MINDtalk.no
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LinkedIn: @JasonLiem
Twitter: @MINDtalkCoach
Email: MINDtalk@email.com
We will be kicking off Season 8 in August 2025. In July, we will be rerunning 4 of our most listened to episodes that share skills and knowledge about building resilience, well-being and living with intention. Thanks for your to listenership.
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