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Podcast: The Psychology of your 20s
Episode: 353. The psychology of perfectionism
Description: Weâve all heard someone say, âIâm such a perfectionistâ, like itâs a badge of honour. But what does perfectionism really mean - and whatâs hiding beneath it? In todayâs bonus episode, we unpack the psychology of perfectionism: the fear, the origins, and how to finally let go of ânever good enoughâ. We explore: ⢠    The three types of perfectionism - self-oriented, other-oriented, and socially prescribed⢠    Why perfectionism often disguises itself as discipline⢠    How itâs linked to procrastination, burnout, and anxiety⢠    Where it develops - from conditional love, insecurity, and need for c...