Why to Stop Aiming for PerfectionEp. 12: Breaking Perfect featuring Chris Oeurn, Camera OperatorWant more like this? Join my adults with immigrant parents email community: https://heyallisonly.com/emailFeatured Guest:Chris Oeurn, Camera OperatorInstagram: @chrisoeurnWebsite: https://framingup.comThis episode "Breaking Perfect" is "perfect" for you if... you grew up with immigrant parents and relate to the following: - Feeling like you had/have to be perfect.- Feeling like you had to be grateful all the time- Feeling pressured to succeed because you “had it easier”.In this episode Chris Oeurn, a camera operator and fellow second generation adult shares about how Chris navigates the ideas of perfection, pressure, and imposter syndrome while building a successful career in the motion picture industry.Chris brings an honest, rare, behind the scenes look at what it means to navigate creative work, personal growth and cultural/societal expectations all at the same time. Whether or not you work in the motion picture industry, the stories, tips and tools are so relatable. Chris shares so many great insights that will help you rethink how you talk to yourself when things feel heavy.More from Allison:Instagram: @heyallisonly Website: https://heyallisonly.comFree Resources:Stop Spiraling in Guilt Cheatsheet For Setting Boundaries: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/cheatsheet 3 Easy Ways to Tackle Your Negative Self Talk: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/start Get my Free Quickstart Guide to Help You Help Your Loved Ones: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/resource Get my weekly emails for actionable tips, tools, relatable stories for Adults with Immigrant Parents: https://heyallisonly.com/emailEpisode Timeline:00:00 Introduction: Breaking the Myth of Perfection02:00 Why Perfection Feels Like Safety03:15 What We Tell Our Parents about Our Jobs06:00 The Surprising Mix of the Camera Operator Role08:00 The Pressure to not "mess up"12:00 Managing Imposter Syndrome17:00 Generational Trauma, Resilience, and Growth20:00 Tools for Success for High Achievers23:00 Why Doing More Isn’t Always the AnswerShow notes and more at: https://heyallisonly.com/podcast/12
