Reclaiming Yourself: From Perfectionism to Healthy Boundaries

In a world where we’re taught to "fake it to make it," perfectionism has become the armor many of us wear in our quest for success. But what if this pursuit is like feeding a hungry ghost—an endless craving for validation that can never be satisfied? The rigid, tense posturing and constant masking that accompany perfectionism have deep roots.

This talk, featuring Nicole Smith Levay, Somatic Coach, explores how chasing unattainable standards pits women against one another, distorts our sense of self, and keeps us disconnected from true embodiment. By shedding the layers of "not being good enough" and tuning to our natural impulses, we open the door to healthier, more authentic pathways to success and self-discovery.

When culture glorifies overeffort-ing, hustle, and burnout, then we need to reclaim our energy and establish what is truly "enough". We’ll explore how to cultivate equitable relationships, recognize signs of overextending, and prevent…