Summit Introduction/Perfectionist Recovery: How to Break Free from “All or Nothing” Thinking
A Talk by Dara Tomasson
About this Talk
Perfectionism isn't about having high standards—it's about fear. Fear of failure, judgment, not being enough. In this empowering class, life coach Dara Tomasson will walk you through the hidden ways perfectionism steals your quilting joy and drains your energy. You'll learn how perfectionism develops in the brain as a survival strategy—and how to rewire those patterns so you can create with confidence instead of pressure.
Whether you're stuck in procrastination, people-pleasing, or overworking, this session will help you shift from perfection paralysis to empowered action.
You'll discover:
- The 4 hidden types of perfectionism (and how to spot yours)
- Why perfectionism feels productive but keeps you stuck
- Practical brain-based tools from Dara’s 12-step recovery process
- How to reclaim joy, creativity, and progress—in quilting and life
This class is for every quilter who’s ever felt like they’re not doing enough, being enough, or finishing enough. It’s time to break free—for good.