In this raw and relatable episode, Angie dives into one of the sneakiest stressors in parenting: perfectionism. Whether it's trying to be the "calm parent" 24/7, handle every meltdown with grace, or meet invisible standards set by social media, perfectionism keeps so many of us stuck—and disconnected from our kids and ourselves.

Angie shares her own experience with perfectionism (hello, Line 5 pressure and culture gate 62) and how it showed up in both subtle and obvious ways. From the impossible expectations we place on ourselves to the shame spiral that follows when we "mess up," this conversation unpacks why perfectionism thrives in modern parenting—and how to begin breaking free.

• The hidden toll perfectionism takes on your nervous system and relationships

• Why perfectionism is the opposite of connection

• How the myth of "perfect parenting" hurts neurodivergent families especially

• The power of modeling repair over perfection

• How Angie uses Human Design to understand and release perfectionistic patterns

• A simple reminder to stop aiming for perfect, and start showing up real

If you've ever felt like you're not doing "enough," or like one wrong move will mess your kid up for life—this episode is for you.

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