This episode tackles a sneaky trap that keeps many people stuck in the dieting cycle: all-or-nothing perfectionism. Dr Mary Barson and Dr Lucy Burns explain why waiting for the perfect time to start or expecting yourself to be perfect is sabotaging your health goals. Listeners will learn how to break free from the mindset that says you're either doing it perfectly or you're a failure, discover why small slips don't have to derail your progress, and get practical tools for managing cravings and emotional eating without punishment or restriction. The doctors share their personal struggles with perfectionism and reveal how self-compassion and learning from mistakes—not perfection—are the real keys to lasting health changes. For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/  Episode, show notes & transcript https://www.rlmedicine.com/the-common-diet-trap-you-might-be-falling-into See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.