Perfectionism can get in our way as gifted, creative and highly sensitive people

In the first part of this episode, therapist and a life coach Aileen Kelleher (photo) expands on how people with a "high intensity, sensitive type of personality" may experience perfectionism.

She notes it can be associated with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other mental health problems.

She adds "there are certain overlaps of characteristics of gifted people that also relate to perfectionism. There's the high expectations of yourself and others, there's this sensitivity, which will leave us easily wounded, and have a need for emotional support, high levels of frustration."

(See more in the transcript.)

The second part of this episode is an excerpt from a podcast: "Perfectionism & Procrastination: Two sides of the same coin?" by Aurora Remember.

She notes "There's an intersection between perfectionism and giftedness that a lot of people experience.

"For me perfectionism and procrastination have been two areas where my own brain has been in conflict over the years. Instead of fighting against these tendencies, I’ve found ways to flow with them more effectively."

Aurora Remember is a school psychologist, neurodiverse coach and founder of Embracing Intensity, with resources and programs which help you "identify and use your neurodivergent strengths, while supporting your challenges.”

The audio with Aileen Kelleher is a brief excerpt of a 45 minute video conversation in the Guest Call library available to Embracing Intensity members.

The Embracing Intensity Free Resource Library includes links to podcasts, videos, Course Membership and more. 
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