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Sarah Beth Rosa's avatar

I identify so much with this part: "you find yourself over-editing or questioning what you’re saying or about to post". This is me. In everything I do. Trying to rid myself of the perfectionism because it hinders me greatly. Slows me down and sometimes paralizes me. I love the tips you've included here. #1 in my go-to. It really does help. Thank you for this thoughtful post. 🙏

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

I'm slowly getting much better at not over-editing myself, but still wonder if my true intentions can really come through if I don't question every word and every thought I post. But, leaning into feeling more freedom and fun - the emotions and experiences that can also show up when I let go of perfectionism just a bit more.

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

Ohhh boy, I feel this too. So glad #1 is helpful and a go-to practice for you - are there other things you like to do that help you?

Sarah Beth Rosa's avatar

Ha! Funny you should ask.

1) Today I'm starting a challenge to post at least once a day in April on Instagram and TikTok.

2) Additionally, to avoid planning too much and stifling my authenticity, I've started a list of post ideas to choose from if I don't have a topic on any given day. We'll see how it goes!

3) Also! Now that I've started Substack, I plan to cross-promote to The Highly Sensitive Life in my CTAs. This will help me not feel rushed to get everything into my social videos, because the viewer can visit here for all of my thoughts. ; )

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

Nice, hope it all goes well for you! I'm a big fan of anything that feels spacious and less rushed

Marybeth Wells's avatar

This topic has been on my mind a lot lately, so thank you for writing this! Saving to come back and read with a cup of tea soon ☕️

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

Thank you! Please let me know what ya think and anything that comes up

Tracy Mattox's avatar

You are a wonderful author. This was a great read, and I appreciate how calm you are with your explanations. Thank you for sharing this.

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

Thank you for the kind words, Tracy! Thanks for being here

Tracy Mattox's avatar

Happy to support you and your writing.

Moorea Maguire's avatar

Hugs are the best! I try to hug myself almost every day. I didn't know they were called butterfly hugs.

Katie Lazzaro's avatar

It can be such a kindness to give yourself!