#635:The Invisible Burden of Perfection in High Achievers
01/21/25 • 33 min
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Have you ever looked around and thought, 'Am I the only one here who doesn’t have it all together?'
Do you feel like you’re one mistake away from being ‘found out’?
Do you constantly worry that everyone around you will see you for the fraud you believe yourself to be?
Or maybe you’ve caught yourself holding back, scared that if you speak up or make a mistake, the world will find out you don’t actually know what you’re doing.
Guess what? You’re not the only one. And you might be surprised at how many of us are silently living under the pressure to be perfect—terrified of being 'found out.'
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, 'What if they find out I don’t really know what I’m doing?'
You’re not alone.
In today's episode, we're pulling back the curtain on impostor syndrome, self-pressure, and the fear of being exposed.
Get the transcript and full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/635
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💊DETOX YOUR SELF-DOUBT, Curently 98% Off, just $27 www.trishblackwell.com/selfdoubtdetox
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✅ ACCELERATE YOUR CONFIDENCE, RISK-FREE:
Our next-level coaching happens at: http://www.collegeofconfidence.com
🆓 FREE TRAINING: "HOW TO FEEL GOOD ENOUGH" Grab instant, free access at www.trishblackwell.com/goodenough
❤️ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED, 3-month 1:1 program with Trish, find out more at www.trishblackwell.com/abundant
📓GET THE "JOURNAL MASTERY BUNDLE" for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/journalmasterybundle
🎉 7-DAY SELF-TALK / SELF -VALIDATION CHALLENGE, for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/validate
✅ STAY CONNECTED.
👉Website: https://www.trishblackwell.com/
👉Instagram: http://instagram.com/trish_blackwell
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrishBlackwellCoaching
⚡️POWER PHRASE PYRAMID⚡️
I belong in every room I step into.
I am valuable for who I am, not for what I can do.
I have nothing to prove.
I LACK NOTHING
Have you ever looked around and thought, 'Am I the only one here who doesn’t have it all together?'
Do you feel like you’re one mistake away from being ‘found out’?
Do you constantly worry that everyone around you will see you for the fraud you believe yourself to be?
Or maybe you’ve caught yourself holding back, scared that if you speak up or make a mistake, the world will find out you don’t actually know what you’re doing.
Guess what? You’re not the only one. And you might be surprised at how many of us are silently living under the pressure to be perfect—terrified of being 'found out.'
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, 'What if they find out I don’t really know what I’m doing?'
You’re not alone.
In today's episode, we're pulling back the curtain on impostor syndrome, self-pressure, and the fear of being exposed.
Get the transcript and full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/635
📌 ANXIETY NEUTRALIZATION TECHNIQUE: www.trishblackwell.com/anxiety 🎉STOP CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK [THE NEW COURSE!] www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring
🤑 THE FULLY BOOKED LIFE COACH METHOD, 75% Off! Limited Time! www.trishblackwell.com/fullybooked
🧠 THE NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE BUNDLE www.trishblackwell.com/nq
🔥COMPARISON DETOX, Newly released!!! On sale now! www.trishblackwell.com/comparisondetox
💊DETOX YOUR SELF-DOUBT, Curently 98% Off, just $27 www.trishblackwell.com/selfdoubtdetox
📂THE 3|3|3 METHOD, FREE DOWNLOAD! www.trishblackwell.com/333method
✅ ACCELERATE YOUR CONFIDENCE, RISK-FREE:
Our next-level coaching happens at: http://www.collegeofconfidence.com
🆓 FREE TRAINING: "HOW TO FEEL GOOD ENOUGH" Grab instant, free access at www.trishblackwell.com/goodenough
❤️ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED, 3-month 1:1 program with Trish, find out more at www.trishblackwell.com/abundant
📓GET THE "JOURNAL MASTERY BUNDLE" for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/journalmasterybundle
🎉 7-DAY SELF-TALK / SELF -VALIDATION CHALLENGE, for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/validate
✅ STAY CONNECTED.
👉Website: https://www.trishblackwell.com/
👉Instagram: http://instagram.com/trish_blackwell
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrishBlackwellCoaching
⚡️POWER PHRASE PYRAMID⚡️
I belong in every room I step into.
I am valuable for who I am, not for what I can do.
I have nothing to prove.
I LACK NOTHING
Previous Episode
#634: What to Do When You Feel Embarrassed + How to Get Over Your Fear of Being Embarrassed
Embarrassment is something we’ve all experienced—those moments when the spotlight feels a little too bright, and you wish you could disappear. But what if feeling embarrassed wasn’t something to fear but an opportunity for growth and connection?
In this episode, we’ll dive deep into understanding embarrassment and how to handle it with confidence and grace. You’ll learn:
- Why embarrassment is a natural part of being human.
- Simple steps to manage the heat of the moment when it strikes.
- How to reframe embarrassing experiences into personal growth.
- Practical tools to let go of overthinking and self-judgment.
- Ways to use humor and self-compassion to bounce back stronger.
Whether you’re reliving an awkward moment or worried about future social blunders, this episode will empower you to embrace embarrassment as a stepping stone to a more confident you.
Get the transcript and full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/634
📌 ANXIETY NEUTRALIZATION TECHNIQUE: www.trishblackwell.com/anxiety 🎉STOP CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK [THE NEW COURSE!] www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring
🤑 THE FULLY BOOKED LIFE COACH METHOD, 75% Off! Limited Time! www.trishblackwell.com/fullybooked
🧠 THE NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE BUNDLE www.trishblackwell.com/nq
🔥COMPARISON DETOX, Newly released!!! On sale now! www.trishblackwell.com/comparisondetox
💊DETOX YOUR SELF-DOUBT, Curently 98% Off, just $27 www.trishblackwell.com/selfdoubtdetox
📂THE 3|3|3 METHOD, FREE DOWNLOAD! www.trishblackwell.com/333method
✅ ACCELERATE YOUR CONFIDENCE, RISK-FREE:
Our next-level coaching happens at: http://www.collegeofconfidence.com
🆓 FREE TRAINING: "HOW TO FEEL GOOD ENOUGH" Grab instant, free access at www.trishblackwell.com/goodenough
❤️ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED, 3-month 1:1 program with Trish, find out more at www.trishblackwell.com/abundant
📓GET THE "JOURNAL MASTERY BUNDLE" for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/journalmasterybundle
🎉 7-DAY SELF-TALK / SELF -VALIDATION CHALLENGE, for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/validate
✅ STAY CONNECTED.
👉Website: https://www.trishblackwell.com/
👉Instagram: http://instagram.com/trish_blackwell
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrishBlackwellCoaching
⚡️POWER PHRASE PYRAMID⚡️
I am stronger than my fear of judgment.
I can laugh at myself and keep going with grace.
I'm not scared of being embarrassed.
Next Episode
#636: Catastrophizing & All-or-Nothing Thinking
Have you ever found yourself spiraling out of control, imagining the worst possible outcome, even when things aren’t that bad? Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking, 'If this doesn’t work out, everything will fall apart' or 'I can’t afford to fail at this, it’ll ruin everything.'
This type of thinking, known as catastrophizing, is when we blow things out of proportion, expecting the worst without evidence. It’s easy to get caught up in all-or-nothing thinking, where we see situations in extremes—either perfect or disastrous. But the good news is, it doesn’t have to control you.
In today’s episode, we’re going to break down how to recognize these thoughts, why they happen, and most importantly, how to stop them in their tracks so you can feel more confident and calm in every situation.
Get the transcript and full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/636
📌 ANXIETY NEUTRALIZATION TECHNIQUE: www.trishblackwell.com/anxiety 🎉STOP CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK [THE NEW COURSE!] www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring
🤑 THE FULLY BOOKED LIFE COACH METHOD, 75% Off! Limited Time! www.trishblackwell.com/fullybooked
🧠 THE NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE BUNDLE www.trishblackwell.com/nq
🔥COMPARISON DETOX, Newly released!!! On sale now! www.trishblackwell.com/comparisondetox
💊DETOX YOUR SELF-DOUBT, Curently 98% Off, just $27 www.trishblackwell.com/selfdoubtdetox
📂THE 3|3|3 METHOD, FREE DOWNLOAD! www.trishblackwell.com/333method
✅ ACCELERATE YOUR CONFIDENCE, RISK-FREE:
Our next-level coaching happens at: http://www.collegeofconfidence.com
🆓 FREE TRAINING: "HOW TO FEEL GOOD ENOUGH" Grab instant, free access at www.trishblackwell.com/goodenough
❤️ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED, 3-month 1:1 program with Trish, find out more at www.trishblackwell.com/abundant
📓GET THE "JOURNAL MASTERY BUNDLE" for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/journalmasterybundle
🎉 7-DAY SELF-TALK / SELF -VALIDATION CHALLENGE, for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/validate
✅ STAY CONNECTED.
👉Website: https://www.trishblackwell.com/
👉Instagram: http://instagram.com/trish_blackwell
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrishBlackwellCoaching
⚡️POWER PHRASE PYRAMID⚡️
I am a powerful, flexible thinker.
I operate from a place of faith, not a place of fear.
I believe that everything works for me, not against me.
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