#31: In this episode, I chat with Monica Packer, a podcaster known for her show 'About Progress,' centered on personal development and overcoming perfectionism. Monica discusses her background, her family, and the evolution of her pragmatic approach to self-growth inspired by her own struggles with perfectionism. I then shared about Monica’s great-grandmother Lucy's life and her daughter Susie's experiences. Their lives were difficult to say the least and I loved sharing bits of their story with Monica.
Watch on YouTube HERE 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:54 Monica Packer's Background and Work 02:09 Family Influence on Perfectionism 07:12 Personal Struggles with Perfectionism 09:08 The Concept of Progress Over Perfection 13:51 Ancestor Research: Lucy Rose Ehmann 26:39 Exploring Fred Barnes' Identity 27:54 Lucy's Marriage to Robert Fish 28:52 Life on the Farm in Oklahoma 30:55 Lucy's Tragic Death 34:07 Susie's Childhood and Family Dynamics 43:54 Honoring Ancestors and Personal Reflections 49:43 Conclusion and Resources Follow Monica on IG @aboutprogress Listen to the About Progress Podcast
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