Over It And On With It

In this session, Christine coaches Mary, a high-achieving working mom who feels stuck in an anxious loop of striving, self-pressure, and “never-enoughness.” Underneath her drive for excellence is a deep fear of falling behind or being seen as “not good enough.” Together, they unpack the childhood roots of her perfectionism and explore how nervous system patterns have reinforced the belief that love and safety must be earned through overachievement. If you’re someone who struggles to be present, always feels like you have to “do more,” or battles guilt for not being the perfect parent or partner, this episode will hit home. Consider/Ask Yourself: Do you define yourself by your productivity or achievements? Are you rarely satisfied—even when you reach your goals? Do you feel guilty for relaxing or being “unproductive”? Is it hard to be present with your children or loved ones? Is your inner critic louder than your inner cheerleader? Key Themes and Insights: Perfectionism is a protective pattern, not an ident