The Enemy of Good

How to Overcome Perfectionism, Fear of Failure, and Inaction So You Can Finally Feel Good Enough

By: Jamie Boswell

Narrated by: Rachael Doolen

Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins

Publisher's summary

Do you secretly believe you're not “good enough” to have the life you'd love to live? Or when colleagues or friends commend you on a job well done, you feel you could have done better, or agonize over the one or two missteps you made along the way? Or deep down, you think you "fooled" them because it was just "luck", and had nothing to do with your abilities? You struggle to make critical decisions for fear of failing, making mistakes, or being judged by others. This leads to procrastination or thinking you are not motivated enough or ready for change. If you identify with the above struggles, then The Enemy of Good: How to Overcome Perfectionism, Fear of Failure, and Inaction So You Can Finally Feel Good Enough may be your step in the right direction.

As the Greek mythology figure Icarus flew too close to the sun and his wings melted, perfectionists pursue unattainable goals that result in burnout and dissatisfaction. The Enemy of Good will provide a uniquely insightful and multi-faceted approach to silence your inner critic, stop analysis paralysis, and disrupt the unending cycle of feeling anxious, depressed, and judgmental of yourself and others.

Inside The Enemy of Good, discover:

• The fallacy of perfectionism.
• The root causes of perfectionism.
• How to identify your perfectionistic tendencies.
• Ways perfectionism manifests in everyday life.
• Multidisciplinary, science-based techniques that will help retrain your brain.
• How to turn your need for perfection into a more productive, healthy, and happy lifestyle.

Even if you have tried but failed to defeat perfectionism in the past, the tools and resources in this book will never let "perfect" be the enemy of your good again.

©2023 Jamie Boswell (P)2023 Jamie Boswell

Consistency > Perfection

Wow! This audiobook has so many beneficial perspectives and strategies listeners can learn and implement to tame their perfectionism. I found the conversation about Cognitive Behavior exercises very eye-opening and the real-life stories the author shared in this discussion helped to illustrate the example exercises. I appreciated the deep dive into perfectionism and social media as well.

Insightful

This mental strategy book really make me think. I hope it helps many to overcome perfectionism and critical self-concept... The techniques seem to be logical and actionable.

Very enlightening audiobook!

If you've ever found yourself second-guessing your accomplishments or hesitating to make decisions out of fear, this book is your guide to breaking free from the perfectionism trap to a more productive, healthy, and happy lifestyle. The book talks heavily about the roots of perfectionism, offering practical techniques backed by science to retrain your brain. It helped me identify my sometimes perfectionistic tendencies and provided strategies to break free from the cycle of self-judgment and anxiety.

What sets The Enemy of Good apart is its holistic approach, addressing the fallacy of perfectionism and its root causes and manifestations in everyday life. The insights provided are excellent, turning the need for perfection into a pathway to a more productive, healthy, and happy lifestyle.

The narration was very good, and it kept me engaged!

SO GOOD!

This book is a consoling, educational, and helpful manual for those of us who "suffer" from perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and failure anxiety.The Enemy of Good stands out for its comprehensive treatment to the error of perfectionism, including its fundamental origins and practical manifestations. Excellent insights are offered, transforming the quest for perfection into a way to live a more successful, healthier, and joyful life.
I'm pleased that this book entered my life at this moment, especially since I've been anxious about my goals not being accomplished the way I had anticipated. This book really made me realize how rigid I was about the results I wanted for my goals.

practical and useful

This book peels back the layers of perfectionism, offering a fresh perspective and practical tools to silence that inner critic once and for all. It's like a friendly guide, pointing out the pitfalls of pursuing unattainable goals and showing you a way out of the cycle of self-doubt. The best part? It's not just theory; it's a toolbox of science-backed multidisciplinary techniques. From understanding the roots of perfectionism to turning it into a positive force in your life, this book covers it all. If you're tired of feeling anxious, judgmental, or stuck, dive into this read. It's your ticket to embracing imperfection and finally feeling 'good enough'. Get ready to kick self-doubt to the curb!

Real Help for Navigating Damaging Perfectionism

This is a compassionate and well written book on overcoming perfectionism, and I'm not disappointed. I am not personally dealing with it, but I have loved ones who do battle this, and by listening to this I've been better equipped to interact with them in a way that helps release them from those tendencies, versus behaving in ways that accidentally feed into them. I appreciate what Jamie has created here. High points for me were understanding the issue at the root, combined with the practical steps to "non-perfectionism". This is a book that needs to get into the hands of more people!

Perfectly delightful

The author delivered fabulous content and commentary on perfectionism with realistic viewpoints. From understanding where the perfectionism stems from to understanding how to conquer the anxiety you get from not achieving the goals you want to reach, the author thoroughly addresses the issues and gives insights to understanding the truths.

Retraining my brain

When COVID hit, I was pushed into leadership due to everyone else quitting. I was not prepared for it. As the months (and now years) have passed I still sometimes get hit with the feeling of "Imposter Syndrome." I especially loved the root causes of perfection as well as the 7 effective steps. They are practical, implementable, and science-based. This book is great for anyone with those lingering self-doubts which keep them from reaching their full potential.

A wonderful book

Get ready for an exhilarating journey with this incredible book! It's your ultimate companion, filled with comforting, enlightening, and hands-on tips to conquer perfectionism, outsmart imposter syndrome, and kick fear of failure to the curb. Discover that you're not alone in this adventure – there's a thriving community who've tackled these challenges head-on. Dive into the exhilarating world where real people experience genuine anxiety, depression, and more, and learn how to triumph over them. This book isn't just about exploring the roots; it's your ticket to an exciting ride with actionable advice, engaging exercises, and invaluable recommendations. Don't miss out – it's a must-read!

creating space.

this is an awesome book for people like me with no priorities, chapter seven was a game changer for me, I needed to have more space and time to recover when trying to accomplish goals, perfectionism and self sufficiency were terms that got me some more clarity when dealing with this issues, Love how practical the book is, it goes step by step to guide you into action.