“Perfectionism is self-abuse of the highest order.” Dr. Anne Wilson Schaef
By: Gabriela Yareliz
Consideration for others is important. Doing your best— also so important. Keys to a life well-lived.
You know what sucks and needs to be disposed of? Perfectionism. At times, it’s engrained in us as children from external sources. Sometimes, it’s personality driven. Other times, it’s an internal thing that emerges from dysfunctional relationships and how we derive value or praise (a survival mechanism!). I am here to confirm what Dr. Schaef says— it’s self-abuse. If it’s imposed by another, it’s abuse.
If the ‘P’ word creeps up on you, it’s time to explore ways to release this pattern and frame of thinking. It’s worth being intentional about this.
GABRIELA YARELIZ 