Break Free from the Pressure. Reclaim Your Power. Lead on Your Terms.

You’ve spent your life chasing excellence—only to feel like no matter how much you achieve, it’s never enough. You’re balancing a high-stakes career, personal obligations, and an internal standard of perfection that never lets you rest. And it’s exhausting.

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I know this story because I’ve lived it.


As a former physician, senior executive, and recovering perfectionist, I understand the silent battle high-achieving women face—the constant pressure to perform, the fear of falling short, and the toll it takes on your well-being.


But here’s the truth: Perfectionism isn’t making you better—it’s holding you back.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Awareness | Part 2: Master the Fundamentals | Part 3: Tame the Stress Monster | Part 4: Hack Your Way Back

Take a peak behind the curtain to see what’s inside the book.

You’ll learn to recognize the signs of chronic stress and burnout hitting when your inner drive turns your life upside down.

Dr. Choice emphasizes the surprisingly big impact of nutrition and hydration on improving mental clarity, mood, and energy.

Physical movement is reframed as a non-negotiable stress-treatment—essential for emotional resilience and burnout prevention.

Prioritizing restorative sleep over quick fixes like evening wine is essential to heal the body, rewire the brain, and regain balance.

Unchecked stress undermines your thinking, immunity, and metabolic health—so you need tools to stop it from running your life.

Setting boundaries by saying “no” is a powerful act of self-respect that protects your energy, focus, and relationships.

Change your mental wiring—using practical cognitive tricks and mindset shifts—to disrupt perfectionistic loops and build sustainable habits.

Cultivating a strong support network is key to lighten your load, normalize struggles, and enrich your path to recovery.

Reclaiming your time and identity means making choices that nourish your priorities instead of being swept along by everyone else’s.

This chapter provides an action plan to apply what you’ve learned—turning awareness into daily routines that stick.

secrets of a recovering perfectionist

This book will give you the road map to crawl out of the hole you might have dug for yourself.

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As overachievers we are programmed to do more, go faster, work harder and this is someone from the trenches who is actually breaking down for you WHY this is not good and HOW to pivot into a healthier lifestyle.
Lauren C.

I think I wore out the highlighter feature on my kindle with this one. So. Much. Solid. Information.

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I’ve already sent the link to my mom, my SIL and my bestie. And the thing I love the most is that it was a pleasure to read. Not a chore, as some self-help books can be. Great writing and so beneficial.
C.M.

What readers are saying.

Inside This Book, You’ll Learn:

  • How to recognize when stress is turning into burnout—and what to do about it.
  • Why perfectionism is a double-edged sword—and how to take control of it instead of letting it control you.
  • Practical, science-backed strategies to manage stress, shift your mindset, and reclaim your energy—without relying on endless meditation or self-care clichés.
  • How to leverage your community for support—and when to seek additional help.
  • A proven roadmap to break free from overwork, overthinking, and burnout—for good.

It’s time to stop striving for perfect and start leading with power.

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A Little About the Author

Dr. Denee Choice is a double board-certified medical doctor, a seasoned health and wellness industry executive, program design consultant for healthcare organizations, author, and certified executive coach for leaders in medicine and business. She helps busy successful leaders navigate their career and personal challenges and opportunities to create a life they love without overwork, over-stress, or burnout.

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From Readers:

Wow! I feel like this book was written directly to me, for me.

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 I know so many people–perfectionists like me–who will benefit from the wisdom shared in this book. Don’t do it the hard way. Dr. Denee Choice lays out the steps perfectly in this easy-to-follow guide.
Libby Wilson
M.D.

Practical, Personal and Simple, the perfect guide for the areas I am focusing on most!

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 It feels like listening to advice from a good friend who knows you exceptionally well and has walked through similar struggles. I highly recommend this book for anyone who tends to take on too much, or is looking for practical advice to avoid reaching complete burnout.
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