But Is This Serving You: The Perfectionist

2023-09-27

Hey Sis! Today's episode is sponsored by my book!! A Letter to My Sister: A Big Sister's Guide to Dating & Relationships. You can purchase here! Key Discussion Points: The Definition of a perfectioniststriving for flawlessness and setting exceedingly high standards for performance, accompanied by tendencies for overly critical evaluations Effects and common causes of perfectionismA fear of judgment or disapproval from others Parents with unrealistically high expectations Feelings of inadequacy A need for control Tying self-worth to achievements

Hey Sis! Today's episode is sponsored by my book!! A Letter to My Sister: A Big Sister's Guide to Dating & Relationships. You can purchase here!

Key Discussion Points:

The Definition of a perfectionist
1. striving for flawlessness and setting exceedingly high standards for performance, accompanied by tendencies for overly critical evaluations
Effects and common causes of perfectionism
1. A fear of judgment or disapproval from others
2. Parents with unrealistically high expectations
3. Feelings of inadequacy
4. A need for control
5. Tying self-worth to achievements
Effects of perfectionism
1. Anxiety
2. Stress
3. Low Self-Esteem
4. Steals our joy
5. Low creativity
6. Strain in relationships
Steps you can take to break the perfectionist habit
1. Positive self talk/ affirmations/ mantras
2. Not comparing yourself to others
3. Mindfulness and meditations
4. Positive environment