Perfectionism: Practical Steps to Free Yourself From the Paralysis of Perfection (A High-achiever's Guide to Embracing Imperfection and Building Mind-body Resilience)

You’ll know you are if you have a tendency toward all-or-nothing thinking—either you do something perfectly, or you’ve failed.You’re probably highly critical of yourself, and the fear of not doing something perfectly might prevent you from trying your hand at new things or challenging yourself to do something difficult.The result can be procrastination, a lack of confidence in your abilities, or a sense of shame about who you are and what you’re capable of.What you’ll learn inside:•How to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, so you can stop beating yourself up and start building yourself up•Ways to improve relationships by letting go of unrealistic expectations — for yourself and for others•Time management strategies to help you stop overthinking and start finishing what matters, without burnout•Mindset shifts that move you from perfection to progress, so you can finally feel satisfied with “good enough”•Tools to reduce anxiety, manage emotional triggers, and navigate life’s pressures with greater ease•How to foster emotional intelligence, helping you and your loved ones build healthier connectionsAre you a perfectionist? The first step towards resolving problematic behavior is to admit that the problem exists because only once it has been defined can it be dealt with. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the condition, this is something that is very difficult for perfectionists to do. If you think that you might be a perfectionist, do not be discouraged. There are many ways of dealing with your condition, and by reading this book you have taken a very important step.