Real Play: Find Flexible Choice in Perfectionism and Productivity Anxiety With Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Rhonda Merwin
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The Paradox of Perfectionism
This chapter explores the societal standards of perfectionism and its detrimental effects on mental well-being, particularly anxiety around productivity and fear of failure. It differentiates between adaptive striving and harmful perfectionism while introducing the concept of a 'flexible perfectionist.' The discussion emphasizes understanding the psychological and social roots of perfectionism, its connection to eating disorders, and practical ways to manage these tendencies constructively.
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