Perfectionism is often thought about as a positive trait. Constantly striving for excellence sounds like a good thing, right? But always pursuing perfection can lead to stress, self-doubt, and fear of failure. It tends to become more harmful than helpful for perfectionists. Many people who practice perfectionism struggle with setting unrealistic expectations for themselves, therefore... Continue Reading →
Perfectionism and Procrastination
I was thrilled to be back in school. I completed my undergrad in 2012. I had a nice, long break. I was ready to dive back into grad school with full force. It all began very well. I was soaking it all up. A little counselor-in-training sponge. If I loved this all so much, though,... Continue Reading →
