The Next Big Idea Daily How to Be Enough
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Jan 31, 2025 Explore the negative impact of perfectionism on happiness and relationships. Discover the difference between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionism. Learn how to reframe self-criticism into a constructive tool for growth. Uncover playful techniques to challenge self-critical thoughts and recognize their mental nature. Emphasize the power of vulnerability in building authentic connections and enhancing trust with others.
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Perfectionism Defined
- Perfectionism isn't about striving for perfect; it's about never feeling good enough.
- Perfectionists often excel, receiving praise, yet internally feel inadequate.
Over-Evaluation
- Over-evaluation, the heart of perfectionism, links our self-worth to our performance.
- Perfectionists with high standards tie their value to achieving them, leading to chronic dissatisfaction.
Embrace High Standards
- Maintain high standards but separate self-worth from performance.
- Focus on improvement, not self-judgment, adopting a sculptor's mindset.
