Allen and Thom discuss the origins of perfectionism, from a perspective of our natural need to be loved, to be accepted and to belong, and how, for many of us, it takes on a life of its own as we grow up. Emphasis is on unrealistic expectations that form when normal coping mechanisms are left unchecked and how the curse of perfectionism comes from individual traits as well as cultural and familial background.
Ericha Scott, Ph.D. is Allen’s and Thom’s guest for this episode. Dr. Scott is a Fellow for the International Society of Study of Trauma...
Allen and Thom continue their conversation about mediating our conflicting inner voices. They discuss the practical benefit of assigning names to these voices, developing...
In this week's episode, Thom and Allen discuss "organismic balance," how we move towards "next," and how we can begin the healing process after...