Perfectionism
In today's episode of MaryLayo Talks, I’m with guest, Dr Tom Curran, a world-leading expert on perfectionism. We talk about perfectionism and share our own personal experiences.
Questions included:
- What led you to focus on perfectionism?
- What's perfectionism and how does it develop and impact on someone's mental health?
- What misconceptions about perfectionism should be debunked?
- How could someone know where they sit on the perfectionist spectrum?
- What role does society play in fostering or challenging perfectionist tendencies?
- What interesting research findings have you found about perfectionism?
- How can someone overcome the challenges related to perfectionism?
Take a moment to delve into what may be 'beyond the smile' - listen in to the conversation.
Guest details:
Thomas Curran is a chartered psychologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics. He has written on perfectionism and related topics for TIME magazine and the Harvard Business Review. His work has been featured in publications such as the New Scientist and the Times of London, and covered by many international publications including the Guardian, Economist, Telegraph, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Ariana Huffington's 'Thrive Global' campaign. In 2018, he gave a TEDMED talk entitled 'Our Dangerous Obsession with Perfectionism is Getting Worse' and in 2023 he published his debut book, ‘The Perfection Trap.’
Guest's website: https://www.thomascurran.co.uk/
MaryLayo's spiritual wellbeing tip:
- Meditate on the bible scriptures: Matt 11:28-30 & 2 Corinthians 12:9
- Listen to Dear God. Artist: Cory Asbury
Related resources: Also check out podcasts Episode 4: Not now...Later! & Episode 10 Still Procrastinating?
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