🌟 Navigating Perfectionism as Parents and Professionals with Nora Dahlström 🌟

Balancing career ambitions with parenting can often feel like an impossible mission—especially for those of us aiming to be ‚perfect‘ in both worlds. I had the pleasure of hosting Nora Dahlström, expert management consultant and executive coach, for an insightful session on the topic of perfectionism in our personal and professional lives.

Here’s a summary of Nora’s key takeaways to reflect on:

🔹 Perfectionism = Mission Impossible Nora reminded us that striving for perfection in every area, especially as working parents, is not only exhausting but often unattainable. She calls this “Mission Impossible.” Instead of pushing for perfection, focus on doing things “well enough”—it can be freeing!

🔹 Identify Your „Perfection Triggers“ Perfectionism often stems from a fear of making mistakes, losing control, or a deep-seated desire for acceptance. Nora encouraged us to recognize these personal triggers and shift our mindset towards self-compassion.

🔹 Make Space for Flexibility True resilience comes not from rigidly controlling every aspect of work and home life but from cultivating trust—in your partner, colleagues, and, importantly, yourself.

For anyone juggling multiple roles, this session was a reminder that striving to “do it all” is not sustainable. Instead, let’s reframe our expectations, allowing room for personal growth and balanced well-being.

💬 What’s one perfectionist habit you’re working on letting go of? Let me know in the comments!

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