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"How to Be Enough": Tackling perfectionism and finding self-worth with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen

Savvy Psychologist

CHAPTER

The Perils of Perfectionism

This chapter explores the dichotomy between healthy and unhealthy perfectionism, emphasizing how the latter can lead to anxiety and diminished self-worth. Through examples and storytelling, the speakers advocate for valuing personal effort over external validation, suggesting that a focus on craft rather than performance can enhance fulfillment. Additionally, the chapter addresses the societal pressures driving perfectionism and its unexpected consequences, such as loneliness and isolation, while promoting the importance of vulnerability in fostering authentic connections.

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