The Distracted Dreamer
Get ready to confidently and unapologetically go after dreams! Welcome to The Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
Today is the day you’re going to pull your dreams off the shelf and bring them to the forefront of your life. You are never too tired, too busy, too old, too young, too anything to pursue your dreams.
Imagine… the joy and excitement of doing what lights you up. Your dreams are yours. No one gets to take them from you and no one gets to chase them - except you. Your dreams are there to guide you, to inspire you and to show you that yes, there is something more in store for you.
You see, the size of your dreams don’t matter - it could be running a marathon, reading a book series, perfecting that family recipe, traveling the world, or learning to dance.
I’m Carlene Bauwens, entrepreneur, Life Coach and now host of The Distracted Dreamer podcast. I’m here to show you how to kick distraction to the curb and grab hold of your dreams. Your happiness matters. You have a big, beautiful, amazing life to live. And you've only got one of them. Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
The Distracted Dreamer
#15: Ditch Perfectionism: Break Free from the All or Nothing Mindset
Have you ever told yourself, “If I can’t do it perfectly, I won’t do it at all”? Yeah, me too. But here’s the truth: that all-or-nothing mindset is keeping you stuck. It convinces you to wait for the perfect moment—the perfect plan, the perfect idea, the perfect circumstances—that never actually come. So, what happens? You don’t start. You don’t move forward. You stay in the same place, frustrated and overwhelmed.
In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve learned to let go of perfectionism, embrace imperfect action, and move forward—even when things feel messy. Plus, I’ll give you practical tips to shift your mindset, build consistency, and finally take action on your goals. No more waiting for perfect—let’s get started!
00:00 Introduction: Embracing Imperfection
00:32 Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast
01:22 The Trap of Perfectionism
02:22 Breaking Free from All or Nothing Thinking
06:13 The Power of Consistency
18:47 Actionable Tips for Progress
23:44 Conclusion: Progress Over Perfection
25:06 Legal Disclaimer
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