About this episode
New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Actionable advice on working with one of the few socially acceptable vices. Whilst striving for perfection might seem logical on some level, it's not actually attainable. And the research shows it can lead to burnout, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, reduced productivity, and reduced resilience. Thomas Curran is a professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioral Science at the London School of Economics and is the author of The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough . In this episode we talk about: The definition of perfectionism – it's more than just high standards The 3 flavors of perfectionism The surprising findings on perfectionism and gender Perfectionism VS imposter syndrome The root of perfectionism The variables that lead to perfectionism Thomas' critiques on capitalism and growth mindset How to actually implement mantras like "progress not perfection" and "embracing good enough" 4 elements to combat imperfectionism The recipe for achieving inner abundance How to make good work without caring what other people think of you? And parenting and perfectionism Related Episodes: Do You Feel Like an Imposter? | Dr. Valerie Young (Co-Interviewed by Dan's Wife, Bianca!) How To End The War With Your Body | Sonya Renee Taylor. The Science of Failing Well | Amy Edmondson Dr. Mark Epstein On: How To Transform Your Neuroses Into "Little Shmoos" The Zen of Therapy | Mark Epstein Weird Dreams, Family Relationships, and Collective Trauma I Dr. Mark Epstein Sign up for Dan's weekly newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram , TikTok Ten Percent Happier online bookstore Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Our favorite playlists on: Anxiety , Sleep , Relationships , Most Popular Episodes Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/thomas-curran Additional Resources: Download the Ten Percent Happier app today: https://10percenthappier.app.link/install