Overcoming Perfectionism in High-...

Overcoming Perfectionism in High-Achieving Environments | Lauren Levey's Story

The Executive Function Podcast for Student Success | Untappe... by Untapped Learning
S1 · E4
Nov 15, 2024
30:47

Episode notes

Lauren Levey grew up in an environment where perfectionism and overachievement were the norms. In this interview, she shares how this pressure led to anxiety, but also how taking a step back helped her rediscover her love for learning. Her story highlights the importance of balance and the dangers of equating self-worth with grades. Discover her tips for finding this balance while maintaining her mental health in a demanding academic world. This interview is hosted by Brandon Slade, Founder of Untapped Learning.

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This interview was hosted by Brandon Slade, Founder of Untapped Learning, and edited/produced by Nathan Weinberg.

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