What rational behaviors are needed to overcome perfectionist tendencies?
How can a social support system help in overcoming perfectionism? Steps to Overcome Perfectionism What is perfectionism? Perfectionism is: * the irrational belief that you and/or your environment must be perfect * the striving to be the best, to reach the ideal and to never make a mistake * an all pervasive attitude that whatever you attempt in life must be done letter perfect with no deviation, mistakes, slip-ups or inconsistencies * a habit developed from youth that keeps you constantly alert to the imperfections, failings, and weakness in yourself and others * a level of consciousness that keeps you ever vigilant to any deviations from the norm, the guidelines or the way things are “supposed to be” * the underlying motive present in the fear of failure and fear of rejection, i.e., if I am not perfect I will fail and/or I will be rejected by others * a reason why you may be fearful of success, i.e., if I achieve my goal, will I be able to continue, maintain that level of achievement
