Perfectionism
Do you experience…
Attention to Detail: Often focusing intensely on small details, ensuring that every aspect of your work meets an exacting standard
High Standards: Setting exceptionally high expectations for yourself and others
Fear of Failure: Commonly experience anxiety surrounding making mistakes.
All-or-Nothing Thinking: Viewing situations in black-and-white terms.
Procrastination: Fearing not achieving the desired level of quality, stopping you from starting or completing tasks.
Self-Criticism: Harsh self-evaluation. You may dwell on your shortcomings and feel disappointment when they haven’t met their standards.
Overemphasis on Results: Your focus tends to be on end results rather than the process.
Difficulty Accepting Compliments: You might struggle to accept praise, feeling that your achievements are never good enough.
Reluctance to Delegate: Trusting others with tasks can be challenging for you as you fear that others will not meet your standards.
Burnout: The constant striving for perfection can lead you to feel fatigued and burned-out.
Acknowledging these qualities can facilitate a better understanding of how perfectionism influences behavior and mental health, paving the way for personal growth and healing. At Creative Path To Healing, we understand the need to be perfect and be in control. During sessions we offer a space to explore the parts of you connected to the need to be perfect. We incorporate Internal Family Systems (IFS), Art Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, and techniques to change your thought process and lean into acceptance of being good enough.