Breaking up With Toxic Perfectionism
In the sixth season of The Office, Jim Halpert assumes the role of co-manager at Dunder Mifflin Paper Company. Despite Jim’s new position,...
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Are You a Perfectionist or Are You Just Too Hard On Yourself?
At one point in my life, I would’ve taken pride in claiming that I was a perfectionist. I thought it was synonymous with hard-working,...
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Attention Perfectionists: You Are Not Your Grades
Growing up, I loved school. Even more, I loved to read. I lived for the moments I could show off to adults all my new-found knowledge. Each...
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Why I Am Letting Go of Perfectionism
“Alice is eager to do her best work. She frequently cries when she does not understand a concept or complete work perfectly. She is very...
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The Toxicity of Perfectionism
There is one interview question that I absolutely loathe: “What is your greatest weakness?" Not only because it forces me to divulge the...
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You Don't Have to Be Good at It to Enjoy It: The Struggles of Perfectionism
The one where I try to find the ‘fun’ in perfectionism.
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Learning to Be Human, Not Perfect
I have always had this need to never fail. Maybe most people are like that, but as I got older, I came to the realization that my...
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The Imperfection in Perfectionism
Many people perceive rejection or failure, while painful, a necessary component of life, which in the long term allows for growth. I am not...
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Navigating Perfectionism
When you think of a perfectionist, you’d probably think of someone who has their life together and is constantly organized. A lot of times...
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Bullet Journaling Helped Me Become Less of a Perfectionist
I’ve always considered myself an art person. Since a young age I’ve loved drawing, doodling, coloring, and writing in general. In class I’d...
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Be Your Own Perfect
Have you ever felt like you’re in a constant cycle of trying to live up to other people’s expectations of you? Well, you are not alone!...
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Perfectionism is Out & Discovery is In
Why stress over perfectionism when discovering is more rewarding.
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The TED Talk All Girls Need to Hear
Perfectionism is a trait capable of encompassing ambition, hard-work, and a hunger for challenge. I say this on account of personal...
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Why Do I Have to Be the Perfect Student?
In honor of mental health awareness month, I want to talk about a concept that negatively affects so many college students’ mental health:...
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No Muse Zone: Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block
As I sat down to write the article you’re currently reading, I found myself staring at blank pages, observing the empty beauty of nothing...
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Perfectionism Isn't Perfect
I’m a perfectionist, so I wouldn’t let you see the bad.
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5 Confessions of a Perfectionist
I will gladly admit that I am a perfectionist. It is both a blessing and a curse. While I’m putting all of my effort into a product, I'm...
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How Perfectionism Stifles Your Creativity
It's hard not to strive for perfection in our culture, but keep in mind that it's okay to suck.
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Confidence Versus Comparison
Ever since I can remember, I’ve had many guy friends. Somehow, maintaining relationships with other girls seemed like such a chore in...
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Fearfully Limited
Fear influences almost every moment of my life. Questions and ideas, driven by fear, constantly run through my mind. What if I don’t get a...
