Perfectionism is often praised as a strength, but behind the drive for flawless performance lies a dark side: anxiety, burnout, and low self-worth. At its core, perfectionism is less about doing your best and more about feeling like you’ll never be good enough, no matter how much you achieve. That’s not a healthy way to live. If your tendencies toward...[ read more ]
Perfectionism—the tendency to demand flawlessness from yourself or others—can often be believed as a positive quality. Perfectionists tend to be highly motivated and ambitious, and thanks to their close attention to detail and their willingness to work long hours, they often excel in all aspects of their lives, especially academically and professionally.However, perfectionism also has a downside. In some cases,...[ read more ]
