“Are You Sure That’s the Full Truth?” A Script for the Perfectionist Spiral
The perfectionist spiral usually sounds convincing.
It tells you:
- this has to be flawless
- you’re behind
- you’re failing
- people will judge you
- you don’t have what it takes
- you should start over
- you should stop before you’re embarrassed
And the hardest part is that, in the moment, it can feel like the truth.
This episode offers a gentle interruption—one that creates space, not shame:
“Are you sure that’s the full truth?”
Why interruptions work
Spirals are narrowed states. Your brain is scanning for threat, and your nervous system is braced. That’s not a great place to make decisions, create, parent, lead, or communicate.
An interruption doesn’t argue with the Perfectionist.
It simply creates enough room for a second look.
The script (simple version)
When you feel the spiral rise, try:
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Name it: “The Perfectionist is online.”
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Interrupt: “Are you sure that’s the full truth?”
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Widen: “What else might be true?”
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Support: “What would be kind and realistic right now?”
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One step: choose one small action that protects your baseline.
This isn’t about “thinking positive.”
It’s about reclaiming choice.
Integration: making it usable
Week 3 is about building repeatable supports across Heart/Mind/Body/Soul so you don’t have to figure everything out in the moment.
Think of it as a “baseline kit” you can return to when life gets heavy.
Listen to the episode
🎧 Episode 3: Are You Sure That’s the Full Truth?
Listen here: https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=ba54a16d-366e-4e24-a939-9258912078f2&code=36zsrHPNWP¢ered=true
Try the Week 3 practice
The Week 3 Micro-Journey (Integration) includes the full spiral interruption prompt + a tiny practice builder – Perfectionist Micro-Journey #3 – Integration
Get the 3-week Micro-Journey Series: The Perfectionist – Parts Project (January 2026)
Ready for the full guided journey?
👉 https://renaemdupuis.com/product/the-21-day-perfectionist-journey-companion-workbook/
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