Perfectionism

Gain the courage to be imperfect!

Perfectionism feels as if your self-worth is determined by your performance, rather than who you are as a person.

Never feeling good enough
Chronic fear of making mistakes or falling short
Heightened anxiety and stress levels
Difficulty completing tasks due to excessive revising and editing
Negative self-criticism and self-view
Procrastination and avoidance of tasks
Difficulty accepting compliments or recognizing achievements
Feeling of dissatisfaction even when goals are achieved
Avoidance of social situations to prevent judgement or imperfections in social performance

Types of Perfectionism: There is both self-oriented perfectionism (setting high personal standards) as well as socially prescribed perfectionism (believing others expect perfection).
Psychological Impact: Perfectionism is associated with increased levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout.
Impact on Relationships: Perfectionism can impact relationships because of high expectations and fear of criticism.
Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome: There is a strong connection between perfectionism and impostor syndrome because the pursuit of perfection leads to feelings of inadequacy.

Better understand the roots and patterns of your perfectionism
Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression associated with perfectionism
Learn to set achievable, balanced goals rather than unattainable perfectionist standards
Build a more positive self-image and reduce self-criticism
Develop more realistic expectations of yourself in your relationships
Decrease procrastination and overthinking and improve productivity