Letting Go—Rest from Perfectionism and Control

03/04/2025 24 min Episodio 34
Letting Go—Rest from Perfectionism and Control

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Are you constantly striving but never feeling like it’s enough—spiritually or physically? In this powerful episode, we explore the hidden weight of perfectionism and the peace that comes when we surrender control.Rooted in Matthew 6:34, and inspired by the life of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, this conversation dives deep into the spiritual and physical dangers of performance-driven living. We’ll discuss Josef Pieper’s insights on worth and work, the impact of perfectionism on fitness goals, and how letting go can open us to God’s healing grace.You’ll leave this episode with a renewed sense of trust in the process and a practical challenge to help you surrender what’s been weighing you down.In This Episode, We Cover:The toxic cycle of perfectionism in faith and fitnessHow St. Thérèse’s “little way” offers a path of peaceWhat Josef Pieper teaches us about rest and human dignityWhy trusting the process matters more than controlling the outcomeA gentle, guided action challenge for surrenderAction Challenge:Write down one thing you need to let go of—an unrealistic goal, fear, or struggle—and surrender it to God in prayer.Key Scripture:“Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.”—Matthew 6:34Mentioned in This Episode:Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef PieperSt. Thérèse of Lisieux and her “Little Way”The spiritual and physical value of resting in God’s graceFollow & Share:If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend. Don’t forget to leave a review to help more people find faith-filled healing through movement and grace.Connect with Me:Instagram: @thecatholicfitnesscoachWebsite: www.catholicfitnesscoaching.comDownload our free Lenten Guide for Resting WellJoin the Rebuild the Body Facebook Group