Thought of the Week

Perfectionism: when fear hides behind high standards

Perfectionism can look like ambition, but sometimes it is fear hiding behind high standards. Fear of making mistakes, being judged, or feeling that we are not good enough can lead us to constantly strive for more. The problem is that perfection is impossible, so the pursuit can leave us feeling anxious, exhausted and never quite satisfied. Learning to accept that good enough can still be valuable allows us to grow without constantly needing to prove ourselves.🧡