Episode 6
Cleaning Up Our Inner Toxicity with Petra Kolber
Petra Kolber is an author, speaker, podcast host, and a wellness leader who is known throughout the industry as a crusader for change and a beacon of authentic happiness. Her first book, The Perfection Detox: Tame Your Inner Critic, Live Bravely and Unlash Your Joy, a practical program that helps replace destructive perfectionistic mindsets with concrete strategies.
As a two-time cancer survivor, Petra is passionate about waking people up to the precious gift of time. Her mission is to inspire people to move more and fear less, so that they can stretch their dreams, strengthen their courage muscle and build an inspired life, full of joy and gratitude. In her spare time Petra DJ’s, is a budding cook, an avid traveler and podcast maven who feels deeply blessed on the mornings she can wake up early enough to watch the sunrise.
Topics
- When a perfectionist mindset is helpful and when it’s problematic
- What is a perfection detox
- The difference between reflection and rumination
- Common limiting beliefs
- How to clean up our thoughts and inner toxicity
Resources
- Petra Kolber’s web site. Includes upcoming teachings and events
- Petra’s TEDx Talk
- The Perfection Detox
Sponsor
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