Episode 118 · September 9, 2022 · 09:47

#ControversialLifeAdvice: Do Not Strive to be an A Student!

About this episode

Do you ever find yourself battling perfectionism?

Like for instance, you can’t dare move forward until this one thing is absolutely perfect! Which then ultimately means that progress stalls and a whole other boatload of stress and overwhelm comes crashing down on you!

What about when you were in school?

Were you one of the kids there to do your job of learning, studying hard, listening to your teacher, and ultimately earning good grades?

Or were you more the other side of the spectrum where school was merely a social playground and schoolwork was just what you were forced to do while trying to have fun?

The Realization About Life!

Why stress yourself out about being the perfect, A+ parent, friend, employee, etc. when a B+ will do just fine!?!

This gentle mindset shift is what today's episode is ALL about! So, throw perfectionism out the door, let your hair down, and let's dive in! And besides, B's just have more FUN!

Hey, it's Kevin!

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

Stay Awesome! Live Inspired!

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