Perfectionism 101

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The purpose of this section is to help you understand the roots and impacts of perfectionism and provide practical strategies and mindset shifts to overcome it so that you can lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Understanding Perfectionism

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Fear of Failure vs Fear of Success: Which One Is Sabotaging You?

4 January 20259 January 2025

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Are You Stuck in the Perfectionism-Procrastination Loop? Here’s How to Get Out

8 November 202429 January 2025

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Perfectionism vs High Standards — Are You Pushing Yourself Too Far?

9 September 20249 December 2024

Where Does Perfectionism Come From?

29 August 202431 August 2024

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3 Types of Perfectionism – Which One Do You Have?

28 August 20249 December 2024

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13 Subtle Signs You’re A Perfectionist And Don’t Even Know It

21 August 20246 September 2024

Overcoming Perfectionism

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How To Stop Being A Lazy Perfectionist And Get Things Done

8 November 20246 December 2024

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5 Delegation Mistakes Every Perfectionist Manager Needs to Avoid

24 October 202418 December 2024

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5 Steps To Delegate As A Perfectionist And Prevent Burnout

24 October 202427 October 2024

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How To Handle Criticism As A Perfectionist – 9 Simple Ways

30 August 20241 September 2024

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How To Make Decisions as a Perfectionist – 10 EASY steps

9 June 202429 July 2024

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How To Deal With Mistakes as a Perfectionist – 9 Simple Ways!

9 June 202430 August 2024

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7 Important Boundaries Perfectionists NEED To Set Without Guilt!

9 June 202430 August 2024

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11 Perfectionist Productivity Myths You Need To Let Go

7 June 202430 August 2024

STOP Saying These 7 Toxic Perfectionist Phrases To Be Successful

29 May 202430 August 2024

Work-life flow is better than work-life balance for perfectionists

27 May 202412 July 2024

Addicted to self-help? Break out of the self-improvement cycle now!

15 August 202314 September 2024