The Perfectionism Paradox: When "Striving for Excellence" Becomes an Echo Chamber of “Not Enough”.

Perfectionism often feels like a badge of honor, but it can secretly drain your energy and self-worth. While striving for excellence can lead to achievements, the pursuit of flawlessness can also create constant stress, fear of rejection, and deep dissatisfaction. In this blog post, we explore how perfectionism manifests in different areas of life, and the painful emotional and cognitive processes that one experiences while caught in perfectionism. Learn how therapy can help you break the perfectionism cycle, tolerate discomfort, and embrace imperfection for greater self-compassion and fulfillment.