In this episode of Anxiety Fitness, Peter speaks with psychologist Vassia Sarantopoulou about the hidden cost of perfectionism — and how it fuels anxiety, burnout, and the feeling of never being “good enough.”
They explore how perfectionism often develops through early experiences, how it quietly shapes our self-worth, and why even success can feel empty when the bar keeps moving.
Vassia shares how perfectionism isn’t about having high standards — it’s about the mindset behind them. One that keeps the nervous system in a constant state of pressure, comparison, and urgency.
Together, they unpack:
They also share simple, practical shifts — from reframing failure to building non-negotiable rest — that can help you move from survival mode into a more balanced, sustainable way of living.
This is a powerful, honest conversation for anyone who feels driven, high-functioning… but internally exhausted.
This episode was livestreamed to an online audience at anxietyfitness.com
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