7 Lies Perfection Tells You (and How to Break Free)

You’ve been trying to get it right for years — waiting for the “perfect time,” the “perfect version,” or the “perfect plan.”
But what if perfection is the very thing keeping you stuck?

In this episode, Nkechi breaks down the 7 brutal truths about perfectionism — why it’s rooted in fear, people-pleasing, and control — and how to finally let go so you can move forward with confidence, freedom, and peace.

🎥 In this video, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why perfectionism isn’t protection — it’s fear in disguise
✔️ How “waiting until it’s perfect” is blocking your blessings
✔️ The difference between excellence and control
✔️ Why perfection robs you of joy, confidence, and action
✔️ How to choose progress and peace instead

00:00 — The Myth That’s Draining You
00:38 — The Trap of “Perfect”
01:22— Reason #1: Perfection Is Fear in Disguise
01:54 — Reason #2: It Keeps You Planning, Not Producing
02:30 — Reason #3: It’s a Moving Target You’ll Never Hit
03:00 — Reason #4: It Destroys Authenticity
03:30 — Reason #5: It’s Rooted in Approval Addiction
04:00 — Reason #6: It Leads to Paralysis
04:50 — Reason #7: It Robs You of Joy
05:20 — How to Break Free
05:46 Closing Message: Choose Progress, Not Perfection

💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY:
Which of these 7 truths hit you the hardest?
Drop your answer in the comments — your honesty might free another woman.

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