STP 96: How to Overcoming Perfectionism and the Comparison Trap with Nancy Norbeck

In this episode of Scaling Therapy Practice, host James Marland discusses overcoming perfectionism and the comparison trap with master-certified Kaizen Muse creativity coach Nancy Norbeck. Nancy shares her journey from tech support to coaching, offering insights into why people get stuck in perfectionism and providing actionable tips to combat it. She highlights the importance of recognizing inner critics and making 'bad art' to unlock creativity. The episode provides practical advice for mission-driven leaders looking to launch impactful online courses. Key takeaways include recognizing the prevalence of perfectionism, journaling critical thoughts, and embracing imperfection to foster personal growth. "We get stuck in the perfectionism trap because it's drilled into us from the time we're kids," Nancy explains, encouraging listeners to break free from these limiting beliefs.

Show Highlights:

• 00:00 Understanding the Comparison Trap


• 00:29 Diversify Your Income with Online Content


• 00:54 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest


• 02:22 Nancy Norbeck's Journey to Online Courses


• 04:45 The Perfectionism Trap


• 13:59 Tips to Overcome Perfectionism


• 25:07 Make Bad Art: A Course to Combat Perfectionism


• 29:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Learn more about Nancy, her podcast, and her courses here: https://fycuriosity.com/

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