DiscoverThe LiftAffect Podcast: Mental Health and Mental Skills Coaching for High-achieving, Overworked, & Overstressed ProfessionalsEpisode 135 - The Perfectionism Paradox: Balancing Precision and Human Limits in Aviation
Episode 135 - The Perfectionism Paradox: Balancing Precision and Human Limits in Aviation

Episode 135 - The Perfectionism Paradox: Balancing Precision and Human Limits in Aviation

Update: 2025-08-22
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In this episode, Matt and Karl explore the complex pursuit of perfection in aviation and its applications for safety and human performance. Matt shares insights on managing the tension between flawless standards and human limitations, identifying how perfectionism impacts both innovation and error management, and building frameworks for precision while maintaining adaptability. The discussion covers the importance of balanced expectations in navigating both safety requirements and human factors, supportive approaches to managing inevitable errors, and how realistic perfectionism practices enhance both operational excellence and pilot wellbeing, offering practical wisdom for maintaining high standards in the demanding world of aviation. Enjoy!


 


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Episode 135 - The Perfectionism Paradox: Balancing Precision and Human Limits in Aviation

Episode 135 - The Perfectionism Paradox: Balancing Precision and Human Limits in Aviation

Matt McNeil