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  • Perfectionism: When Doing Better Turns Into Beating Yourself Up
    January 27, 2026
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    Perfectionism: When Doing Better Turns Into Beating Yourself Up

    Perfectionism Often Feels Like Responsibility — But Costs Peace At first glance, perfectionism often looks like responsibility, discipline, or high standards. It may appear as commitment, reliability, or strong character. However, from a clinical perspective, perfectionism is rarely driven by values alone. Instead, it is most often driven by fear. From a psychological standpoint, perfectionism…

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