Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

2415: Why (And How) You Must Conquer Perfectionism by Julie Morgenstern

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Jul 15, 2022
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INSIGHT

The Impact of Perfectionism

  • Perfectionism pressures us to do everything extremely well, seeing performance as either perfect or a disaster.
  • This mindset can drain joy and lead to burnout by obsessing over 'good enough' in daily tasks.
INSIGHT

Unbridled Perfectionism Harms You

  • Unchecked perfectionism harms your ability to enjoy life and maintain your workload over time.
  • Letting go helps manage tasks well and stay grounded, especially amidst today's unfamiliar challenges.
ADVICE

Use Selective Perfectionism Framework

  • Use "selective perfectionism" by defining max, maud (moderate), and min levels for tasks.
  • Choose the appropriate level based on time and priorities to break all-or-nothing perfectionist thinking.
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