CK Therapy ; Thoughtful reflections
“Perfectionism overlooks humanism”
A beautiful quote from Anna Marthur’s book raising a happier mother.
It is so important to let go of our extreme ideals to remove the shame we carry when we don’t meet our perfect goals or perfect versions of our self.
Perfectionism is often referred to as a defence mechanism designed to make us feel safer by only having 2 options in a world of scary unknowns. While at times helpful it can be damaging long term. Because when things go wrong (as they do in life) we are left with two options ; I am good or I am bad. Perfectionism leaves no room for learning!
It leaves no grey areas , change , growth , rest and space. It doesn’t allow for “I’m trying my best” “I am good enough” “I am learning” “I am human”.
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