Clarity Chat: When Great is Better Than Perfect. Chasing perfect may look like high standards, but it often steals time, energy, and even connection. Dana shares personal stories about her husband and daughter that taught her the value of stopping at “great.” Learn how to let go of perfection and apply the 90% rule in your own life.

You’ll learn:

• How perfectionism undermines progress and relationships
• Why “great” is often better than “perfect”
• How to save time and energy by applying the 90% rule

📝 Reflection Prompt: Where in your life are you chasing perfect right now? What would “great” look like instead?

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Clarity Chat: Talking Back to the Inner Critic: Your inner critic is sneaky — hiding in phrases like “I should,” “I never,” or “What’s wrong with me?” Dana shares how to name that voice, spot its buzzwords, and reframe its harshness into kinder truths.

You’ll learn:

• How to recognize critic “buzzwords” in yourself and others
• Why naming your critic takes away its power
• Simple ways to reframe negative self-talk into supportive language

📝 Reflection Prompt: What’s one thing your inner critic has said lately? How would you reframe it if you were speaking to a friend?

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Clarity Chat: Forgive Your Self First. We forgive others all the time, but forgiving ourselves is often hardest. Dana shares a five-minute journaling practice — plus a modern metaphor about clearing your browser history — to help you release guilt and feel lighter.

You’ll learn:

• Why self-forgiveness matters more than perfection
• How a simple writing practice can quiet the critic
• What it means to refresh your mindset instead of carrying old mistakes

📝 Reflection Prompt: If you tried the forgiveness exercise today, what would your first sentence be?

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