#112 Breaking the Overplanning Habit: Embrace Flexibility and Thrive

In this episode of The Beautifully Balanced Podcast, we dive into the phenomenon of overplanning—why we do it, how it holds us back, and how to overcome it.

From fear of failure to perfectionism and societal pressures, we explore the causes that drive us to overplan. But there’s hope!

Learn practical strategies to strike a balance between planning and living, so you can embrace life’s unpredictability and make meaningful progress toward your goals.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What overplanning is and how it differs from productive planning.
• The main reasons why we overplan, including fear of failure, perfectionism, and avoidance.
• The hidden costs of overplanning, like burnout, analysis paralysis, and loss of joy.
• Actionable strategies to break free from overplanning, such as setting flexible goals, taking imperfect action, and trusting your intuition.

Who This Episode is For:

• People who feel stuck in endless planning mode and struggle to take action.
• Perfectionists seeking ways to loosen their grip on rigid structures.
• Anyone feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to “get everything right.”

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