Beyond the WOD Podcast · October 22, 2025 · 46 min

Episode 7: Perfectionism, Priorities & the Power of Perspective

In this episode, Molly Kubow (CF-L2) sits down with Affiliate Owner & CCFT Matt VanSchoyck to talk about perfectionism, self-comparison, and the mental traps that can derail both your fitness journey and your life. They cover everything from the “all-or-nothing” mindset (“I already had three donuts, so I might as well eat the pizza”) to the pressure of juggling all the F’s : faith, family, fitness, finances, freedom, and future. 💭 In this episode: Why chasing perfection leads to burnout The “two extremes” of self-sabotage — quitting vs. over-controlling The difference between goals and commitments How to refocus your priorities through life’s different seasons Why comparison (even to your past self) can rob your joy The power of small, consistent actions over time How faith and mindset work tie everything together Matt and Molly get honest about the struggle to balance it all — from parenting and careers to fitness and faith — and share tools to stay grounded, grateful, and growing even when life feels messy. 👉 Takeaway: You can’t give 100% to everything all the time. But you can stay committed to what matters most, one season at a time. #BeyondTheWOD #CrossFit #FaithAndFitness #MindsetMatters #Perfectionism #Balance