Breaking the Binary: It’s Not Either/Or

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Masks Off For People-Pleasers & Perfectionists

Kim Gross

308 episodes

2 days ago

A podcast for people-pleasers and perfectionists who are ready to unhook from their patterns so they can finally feel free to be their true selves and be confident. Through solo episodes and interviews, Host Kim Gross, shares tools and techniques to help listeners develop self-awareness and transform unhealthy patterns. Join us each week as we explore topics such as overcoming fear of judgement, cultivating self-compassion, and the skills for doing the healing work to create the life that you desire. www.kimgrosscoaching.com

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Breaking the Binary: It’s Not Either/Or

Masks Off For People-Pleasers & Perfectionists

19 minutes 50 seconds

3 months ago

Breaking the Binary: It’s Not Either/Or

🎭 Breaking the Cycle of Perfectionism and Self-Shame

Are you a people pleaser or perfectionist constantly battling unrealistic expectations? You're not alone—and you're not broken. In this heartfelt episode of Masks Off, host Kim Gross gets real about her own struggles with weight, compulsive overeating, and the pressure to be perfect.

💬 Drawing from her personal journey and her powerful book, Free to Be: A Pathway to Inner Liberation, Kim dives deep into how self-shame keeps us stuck—and how self-compassion, grace, and a growth mindset can set us free.

✨ If you've ever felt overwhelmed by perfectionism or trapped in a cycle of doing "all the right things" and still feeling not enough—this episode is your permission slip to slow down, breathe, and unmask your true self.

🔑 In this episode, you'll learn:

Why perfectionism is a trap (and how to escape it)
How shame fuels unhealthy habits and emotional eating
Simple tools to practice grace, presence, and daily renewal
The power of showing up imperfectly—but authentically

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a conversation that frees your soul.

👇 Timestamps for Easy Navigation 00:00 Introduction: Struggling with Life's Challenges 00:47 Meet Kim Gross: Host of Masks Off 01:34 The Perfectionist's Dilemma 02:32 Kim's Personal Struggle with Food 06:35 Breaking the Cycle of Shame 07:48 Finding Balance and Compassion 08:45 Practical Tips for Overcoming Perfectionism 10:05 Daily Renewal and Grace 13:12 Staying Present and Using Tools 17:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 18:34 Connect with Kim Gross 18:46 Outro: Stay Tuned and Subscribe

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