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96. Why Perfectionism Will Hold You Back in Business with Aaron Shaw

Are you constantly overthinking, planning everything to a tee, and still not making the moves you want in business?

This episode is for the high-achieving OTs, the perfectionists, and the planners who feel stuck despite giving it their all.

Beki is joined by Aaron Shaw, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, Strength Coach, and Host of the Healthspan Digest podcast, for an honest and powerful conversation about perfectionism and how it can quietly sabotage your success.

Together, they explore:

- The hidden roots of perfectionism for OTs
- Why you don’t need everything perfectly planned to start
- How high standards become self-sabotage in business
- The mindset shifts to embrace progress over perfection
- How to build emotional and physical resilience without burning out

 

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Meet Aaron Shaw

Aaron is an Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, and Strength Coach who helps hands-on professionals build physical resilience for long, sustainable careers. He’s also the host of the Healthspan Digest podcast, where he breaks down healthspan science into practical, actionable advice.

📌 Aaron’s Top Links:
▶️ YouTube: Healthspan Digest Podcast
 🌐 Website: healthspanpillars.com
 📘 Facebook: Aaron Shaw
 💼 LinkedIn: Aaron Shaw on LinkedIn
 📸 Instagram: @aaronshawfitness

Main topic

[00:00] Introduction: Why Perfectionism Matters

[01:00] Where Perfectionism Comes From

[03:00] Why It Slows You Down in Business

[06:00] Celebrating Progress, Not Just Results

[14:00] Shadow Work, Self-Sabotage & Moving Through It

 

About the Podcast

OT Yourself To Freedom Podcast helps occupational therapists create a life and business they love. Host Beki Eakins shares practical tips, strategies, and real-world stories to inspire your journey to freedom

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