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Masterpiece Lives Start with Masterpiece Days - A Conversation on Areté with Brian Johnson

Better! with Dr. Stephanie

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Understanding the Distinction between Healthy and Unhealthy Perfectionism

The distinction between healthy and unhealthy perfectionism lies in the way individuals perceive and approach high standards. Unhealthy perfectionists believe they must always meet their standards, leading to self-shame and negative outcomes when they fall short. On the other hand, healthy perfectionists maintain high standards but embrace the constraints of reality, understanding they will never achieve perfection. To illustrate, an individual transitioning from being an unhealthy perfectionist to an 'optimalist' embraced the constraints of his reality, acknowledging that he couldn't excel in all areas simultaneously and thus redefined his approach to pursuing excellence.

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