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How to Be Enough: Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists. With Dr. Ellen Hendriksen

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The Dual Nature of Perfectionism

This chapter explores the complexities of perfectionism, revealing its positive and negative aspects and the impact it has on self-identity. It discusses how perfectionists struggle with over-evaluation, conflating their self-worth with performance and outlining the origins of such tendencies in childhood and society. The conversation emphasizes self-compassion techniques to combat self-criticism while advocating for a balance between maintaining high standards and accepting one's imperfections.

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