Ep 9: Understanding Perfectionism with Kristina Virro
Coming Into Focus: Conversations on life, aging, and the journey of becoming.Show Notes
Registered Psychotherapist Kristina Virro, owner of Fresh Insight, joins Helen on this episode of Coming Into Focus to unpack the real meaning of perfectionism and its impact on women’s mental health.
Together, they explore how perfectionism goes far beyond high achievement , touching on self-worth, the fear of mistakes, and the hidden pressures many women carry. Kristina shares the signs to look for, how perfectionism affects both our emotional and physical well-being, and practical tools to help women loosen its grip.
This is a thoughtful, grounding conversation for anyone who has ever felt the weight of unrealistic expectations.
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