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Apr 2025
14m 53s

Unmasking Perfectionism: The Hidden Link...

Jen Rafferty
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Have a question for the show? Text us here! Is Your Perfectionism Really Just a Stress Response? In this episode of The Empowered Educator Podcast, we uncover the hidden connection between perfectionism and your brain’s stress response system — especially for educators. Learn why perfectionism isn’t a personal flaw, but a learned survival strategy rooted in ... Show More
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