Tag: perfection
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9 Ways Imperfection and Vulnerability Can Help You Achieve Goals
You probably thought now and again that it would be better if people had no imperfections and vulnerabilities. If not that, there are likely traits of yours you wish you could erase so you could become the person you’re supposed to. But that’s too limited a way of thinking and doesn’t acknowledge the nuance of…
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10 Signs Your Quest for Perfection Has Gone Too Far
Perfectionists see themselves as ambitious people. But too often, they cross the line being driven by anxiety or a lack of self-esteem. How do you know when your quest for perfection has gone too far? Here are 10 signs that indicate you’ve lost control. What is perfection? Although perfection looks inviting, most people know that…
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Top Therapist Explains Why You Should Celebrate Your Imperfections
So many people feel stressed about their imperfections. It’s a behavior that has been pushed since the dawn of civilization. In fact, people desire so much to be perfect that they may do bizarre things to achieve this desire. It can be stressful to try to live up to perfection. Even if you enjoy being…
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10 Behaviors That Reveal Someone Is A Perfectionist
Perfectionism is a hard taskmaster. It’s a two-headed monster telling you you’re not good enough or causing you to feel like you’re better than everyone else. If that’s not confusing enough, researchers say there are some positive sides to being a perfectionist. How do you know if you’re a perfectionist? Here are 10 behaviors that…
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Therapists Reveal 6 Reasons Perfectionism Can Be Self-Sabotaging
It’s healthy to think highly of yourself and to hold yourself to high standards. But these standards have to be reasonable and grounded in reality. Unfortunately, for many perfectionists, that’s not the case for them. Perfectionism doesn’t sound too bad as a concept. You want the best and are willing to do whatever you can…
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5 Behaviors That Reveal You’re Putting Too Much Pressure on Yourself
Are you putting too much pressure on yourself? “Those parts of yourself that you desperately want to hide and destroy will gain power over you. The best thing to do is face and own them, because they are forever a part of you.” — Janet Mock Let that quote sink in for a second. The…