“I feel like my value comes only from what I can achieve or do for other people.”
“I think I will fail at anything I try.”
“I procrastinate tasks for fear of not completing them perfectly.”
“I am over concerned with rules, lists, and productivity, but don’t always feel better when all the tasks have been checked off the to-do list.”
Society’s demands for productivity and excellence make it easy for anyone to fall into the trap of perfectionism. Perfectionism can show up in obsession over perfect academic performance, preoccupation with attaining the “perfect” body or appearance, posting flawless photos on social media, or getting prestigious promotions at work. Unfortunately, this preoccupation with perfection often stands in the way of actual productivity or living a satisfying and fulfilling life.
Our team at Momentum have extensive experience working with clients to root out the cause of their perfectionism, to acknowledge how it may have been helpful in the past, to recognize that it is no longer working, and then modify the perfectionistic thoughts and behaviors that are getting in the way of their happiness.
Together we can:
Acknowledge that everyone makes mistakes
Break up overwhelming tasks into small steps
Clarify your personal values and identify whether perfectionism is standing in the way of you living in alignment with them
Explore your background and identify where the perfectionism might come from
Increase your self-compassion and understanding
Set realistic and attainable goals
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