21. Affirmation for Self-Worth: Overcoming Perfectionism

For many, perfectionism is worn as a badge of honor. However, in truth, it often acts as a mask—concealing insecurities and prompting us to overextend ourselves just to prove our worth. In this episode of the Mindful Life Changes podcast (formerly known as the Mindful Career Change podcast), we dive into the transformative power of letting go of perfectionism and embracing authenticity. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the exhausting cycle of overworking or holding back because things aren’t “perfect,” this episode is for you. Learn how your worth is not defined by flawlessness but by your genuine effort and the courage to show up as your true self.
Through today’s affirmation, “My worth is not defined by perfection; it’s defined by my genuine effort and authenticity,” you’ll discover how to unburden yourself from the weight of perfectionism. Tune in to explore how releasing these pressures can unlock new opportunities for growth, creativity, and fulfillment in both your personal and professional life.
Show Notes and Timestamps:

[00:01:07] Intro

[00:01:55] Recovering perfectionist

[00:03:30] Perfectionism comes at a cost

[00:06:28] Start of the affirmation

[00:09:20] Making your affirmations sticky

[00:11:08] End

We talk about imposter syndrome in this episode and if you’re curious to learn more about this, check out episode 20, to learn how to combat these crippling thoughts and feelings that are getting in your way of development and growth.

Curious to learn how to make your affirmations sticky? Listen to episode 1 and I’ll walk you through how to make your affirmation practice a more effective and transformative tool for your career-changing journey.

Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers.
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