The Wooden Spoon

The Perfectionist Generation | Self-criticism, social media and questioning 'perfection'

The second episode of “The Wooden Spoon” explores perfectionism and how the concept of 'being perfect' changes throughout life. We hear the group discuss personal moments of self-criticism from University and work life, the impact of social media, and the journey to finding acceptance with imperfection. This episode also dives deeper into a discussion about clinical perfectionism and what can be learnt from failing to be perfect.
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Featuring Ruby Granger, Jade Bowler, Eve Cornwell and Jack Edwards
 
Mentioned in this episode:
- Herman Hesse - The Glass Bead Game
- R. Shafran - Clinical Perfectionism: A Cognitive-Behavioural Analysis 
- Amanda Ruggeri - The Dangerous Downsides of Perfectionism 
- Rahul Kanakia - Enter Title Here

Four high-achieving students redefine what it means to be successful beyond the books.

Traditionally, a wooden spoon is given to the person who comes last in a race. Instead of lingering on the failure of coming last, that same wooden spoon can be put to work and become something useful. 

The Wooden Spoon is a podcast about success, but more importantly, what success really looks like after you finish school and take on the real world. It's no longer defined by a grade - it's about living a successful life that is unique to you.