TIPs: The Brain & Change > Perfectionism
Perfectionism is a shield to keep others at a distance. It covers up the fear of being seen as inadequate, less than or not good enough. By overcoming perfectionism we allow others into our lives and find a more positive sense of self. Learn more about changing your perfectionist ideals below.
Many people experience anxiety when they engage in “compulsive behaviors” and they aren’t sure what is driving those actions. Some people might look at their behaviors and wonder if they have obsessive compulsive disorder continue reading
Body Image Basics
While some men may indeed suffer with body image issues, this tip is specifically written for women. Imagine a continuum with extremes at either end:
Perfectionism: We all have a need to feel accepted, believe we belong and are valued for who we are. But oftentimes this universal human need gets distorted, becoming a deep source of hidden pain.
Anorexia Treatment in Philadelphia: anorexia and the perfectionist personality.
Many people who have anorexia would describe themselves as perfectionists, and many people trying to recover from anorexia will tell you that they struggle with allowing continue reading
Work On Letting Go Of Your Perfectionism: working hard on letting go of your perfectionism does not mean letting go of your hard work to accomplish things, rather it means setting realistic expectations that are continue reading
Perfectionist therapy in Philly, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe: perfectionism is more than just setting high standards and working hard to achieve goals. Perfectionism is the idea that if something is not perfect or ideal continue reading
