How to Break Free from Perfectionism and Thrive

Description

In this episode of the unPerfected Pod, Brooke talks about overcoming perfectionism through mindset transformation, embracing imperfection, and setting realistic goals.

Brooke discusses core subconscious beliefs formed in childhood that influence thoughts and behaviors, emphasizing the importance of reshaping these beliefs to become unstuck and unstoppable. Viewers are encouraged to identify unhealthy beliefs, reprogram them with supportive affirmations, and adopt a growth mindset that sees failure as a learning opportunity.

Tune in as Brooke as she tells us that the goal is to change one's mindset to foster personal growth and success.

Highlights

00:00 - 01:47 Understanding Perfectionist Mindsets

Introducing module two titled "Breaking Free from Perfectionists Mindsets".
The module focuses on overcoming perfectionism.
The three subcategories under this module, aimed at addressing and understanding perfectionist tendencies.

01:48 - 05:59 Core Beliefs and Conditioning

The three aspects of personal development:

o Mindset transformation

o Embracing imperfection

o Setting realistic goals

It focuses on mindset transformation, for perfectionists who feel stuck due to a cycle of negative beliefs and thoughts.
How subconscious beliefs are formed during childhood through conditioning and social influences.
The beliefs influence perceptions and behavior and can either hold individuals back or empower them, depending on whether they are positive or negative.
The goal is to identify and transform these core beliefs to become "unstoppable".

06:00 - 08:53 Identifying and Reprogramming Beliefs

The impact of core beliefs formed by past experiences on an individual's perception of intelligence and worth.
How these beliefs can become ingrained as neural pathways leading to a cycle of negative thought patterns and stress.
Brooke suggests a method to break this cycle by encouraging self-examination of both healthy and unhealthy beliefs.
Rewriting negative beliefs into affirming ones and repeatedly reinforcing them to effect a positive change in mindset and actions.

08:54 - 13:35 Embracing a Growth Mindset

Brooke encourages individuals to assess their beliefs.
Distinguishing between healthy and unhealthy ones.
Replacing the unhealthy beliefs with more supportive and realistic ones.
The importance of shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, where perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking are replaced by the belief that everything is "figureoutable."
Embracing the idea that life's challenges are either lessons or blessings.
Individuals can become more resilient and motivated to take action.
Fostering continuous personal growth and reducing self-limiting perceptions.

13:36 – 18:34 Conclusion and Homework

The importance of shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset to become "Unstuck and Unstoppable."
Brooke talks about the need to clean up and reprogram subconscious core beliefs:

o To affirm worthiness

o Capability

o Positivity

Leading to transformative effects on one's perception and actions in the world.
Creating new neural pathways through strategies like writing and stating affirmations consistently, with a focus on neuroplasticity.
The role of the 'CEO self' being always in a growth mindset, where learning and evolving are continuous processes.
Embracing challenges as lessons or blessings and focusing on mindset change as a path to achieving personal and professional growth.

Tweetable Quotes:

"Everything in life is either a lesson or a blessing." – Brooke Jean

"If we want to become unstuck and unstoppable, we have got to adopt and embody a growth mindset." – Brooke Jean

"We have to change our mindsets, the things you're telling yourself are keeping you stuck. You're routable." – Brooke Jean

*This is not medical advice. Please consult with a professional before making any changes

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