Are You a Perfectionist? Here’s Why Making Mistakes is Key to Growth

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we dive deep into the power of mistakes and why embracing imperfection is a game-changer for both teachers and students. If you're a recovering perfectionist, this one’s for you!

We explore the concept of "perfect" and why it often leads to unnecessary stress and self-criticism. You’ll hear how these unrealistic standards can affect your well-being, teaching style, and classroom environment. Plus, we discuss the importance of modeling failure for your students—it’s not about achieving perfection, but about the growth and development that happens along the way.

Through our personal stories, we reflect on how striving for perfection has taught us valuable lessons about resilience, self-compassion, and the power of mistakes.