This podcast episode features Dr. Orion Taraban discussing his transformative journey in overcoming perfectionism, particularly in his tutoring business where he realized that striving for excellence often masked his insecurities. Through his personal anecdotes about the emotional attachment to his handwritten invoices and the liberation found in shifting to a "satisficing" mindset, he encourages listeners to detach their self-worth from their work. Dr. Taraban emphasizes the importance of recognizing that value is ultimately determined by the recipient, advocating for a more mindful approach to our actions that prioritizes genuine needs over self-imposed standards, thus paving the way for a more fulfilling and balanced life.