Confident Sober Women

Celebrating Imperfectly: Why Perfectionism Almost Stopped Episode 200 | The Truth About Milestone Paralysis in Recovery

Shelby Episode 200
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In this raw and honest 200th episode milestone, host Shelby John opens up about how perfectionism nearly prevented her from celebrating this incredible achievement. Through vulnerable sharing, she explores how the pressure to create the "perfect" celebration led to temporary paralysis - a common challenge many face in recovery and life transitions.


Key Takeaways

  • How perfectionism can paradoxically prevent us from taking action
  • Why non-traditional celebrations can be more authentic and meaningful
  • The power of vulnerability in leadership and recovery
  • Navigating life transitions: empty nesting, perimenopause, and evolving relationships
  • The importance of community in long-term recovery success


Episode Highlights

[00:00] - Shelby reveals why there was a brief podcast hiatus [02:15] - The paralysis of perfectionism: when expectations prevent progress [04:30] - Reframing celebrations: why traditional timelines don't matter [07:45] - Reflection on recent mini-episodes and community feedback [10:30] - Vision casting for 2025: personal and professional transitions [13:45] - Introduction to remote neurofeedback opportunities [15:30] - Call for guest suggestions and community involvement


Featured in This Episode

  • Discussion of end-of-year mini-episodes
  • Preview of upcoming guest interviews
  • Introduction to remote neurofeedback program
  • Vision boarding and future self-work
  • Community celebration plans for Episode 200


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Episode Tags

#SoberPodcast #Recovery #Perfectionism #MilestoneCelebration #EmotionalSobriety #WomenInRecovery #SoberLife #PersonalGrowth #Authenticity #ConfidentSoberWomen


About the Show

The Confident Sober Women podcast helps women thrive in long-term recovery by building lives they don't want to escape from. Host Shelby John combines her expertise as a therapist, recovery coach, and woman with 22 years of sobriety to provide practical strategies and authentic insights for sustainable r

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