The Secret Every Perfectionist Needs to Hear

Compass Point Institute

If you're spending 10 hours on tasks that should take one, this episode will change everything. ADHD specialists Jon Murphy and James Kennedy dive deep into the hidden trap that's stealing time from high-achieving adults everywhere.

What you'll discover:

• Why perfectionism isn't actually about excellence (and what it's really about)
• The shocking connection between ADHD, childhood survival, and adult burnout
• How "good enough" became the enemy—and why that's destroying your relationships
• The one phrase that will revolutionize how you approach every task: "Present beats perfect"
• Why your medication might be the key to finally putting down the armor you've been carrying since age 8

This episode is for you if:

• You lose hours to "simple" tasks that spiral into perfectionist rabbit holes
• You achieved everything you thought you wanted but still feel empty
• You suspect your greatest strength is secretly your biggest weakness
• You're tired of being praised for work that's costing you your life
• You have ADHD (diagnosed or suspected) and can't figure out why success feels so exhausting

Jonathan and James get brutally honest about their own perfectionist journeys, sharing clinical insights alongside personal breakthroughs about trauma, ADHD treatment, and what it really means to retire survival strategies that once saved your life.

Warning: This conversation goes deep. We talk about childhood trauma, family dysfunction, and the uncomfortable truth about why some of us became so "good" at everything except being present.

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Jonathan Murphy and James Kennedy are licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners sharing clinical insights and personal experiences, but this content does not constitute a therapeutic relationship with listeners. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized medical advice and treatment decisions.

Compass Point Institute features real conversations between practicing psychiatric nurse practitioners who believe healing happens when we get honest about the intersection of neurodevelopment, trauma, and what it means to be human.

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