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Perfectionism in the Playroom: What’s Really Going On Beneath the Surface? (Best Of)

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"Perfectionism is the strategy the child is using to manage their anxiety and fear." – Lisa Dion

That child who needs everything just right? Who gets upset when the block tower falls or the drawing isn't “perfect”? There’s more going on than meets the eye.

In this episode, Lisa unpacks the deeper truth behind perfectionism in the playroom—and why it’s not just about wanting to do things well. At its core, perfectionism is often a protective strategy, a way for a child to manage inner uncertainty, fear, and anxiety.

You’ll learn how to recognize the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways perfectionism shows up in your sessions, and most importantly, how to help children return to themselves—to a place of safety, self-trust, and inner regulation.

This episode is a beautiful reminder: we don’t have to “fix” perfectionism—we just have to meet it with presence.

Original Air Date: November 22, 2019

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"Perfectionism is the strategy the child is using to manage their anxiety and fear." – Lisa Dion

That child who needs everything just right? Who gets upset when the block tower falls or the drawing isn't “perfect”? There’s more going on than meets the eye.

In this episode, Lisa unpacks the deeper truth behind perfectionism in the playroom—and why it’s not just about wanting to do things well. At its core, perfectionism is often a protective strategy, a way for a child to manage inner uncertainty, fear, and anxiety.

You’ll learn how to recognize the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways perfectionism shows up in your sessions, and most importantly, how to help children return to themselves—to a place of safety, self-trust, and inner regulation.

This episode is a beautiful reminder: we don’t have to “fix” perfectionism—we just have to meet it with presence.

Original Air Date: November 22, 2019

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