Hidden Truths About Perfectionism

Perfectionism can be a quiet thief of joy, productivity, and self-worth. In this episode of The DLOH, we explore the roots of perfectionism, how it shows up in our daily lives, and why rest and self-compassion are powerful antidotes.References:Brown, B. (2010). The Gifts of Imperfection. Hazelden Publishing.Hewitt, P. L., & Flett, G. L. (1991). Perfectionism in the self and social contexts: Conceptualization, assessment, and association with psychopathology. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.Neff, K. (2011). Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. HarperCollins.Smith, M. M., Sherry, S. B., Chen, S., et al. (2020). The perfectionism–mental health link: A meta-analysis. Psychological Bulletin, 146(4), 287–324.Disclaimer: This podcast provides tools and strategies to support your mental health journey; however, it is not therapy and does not replace professional care. If you need additional support, please consult a licensed therapist or mental health professional.Follow The DLOH:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDLOHTik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@thedlohListen to The DLOH: Your Mental Health Toolkit wherever you prefer to get your podcasts.https://rss.com/podcasts/the-dloh/Music Credits:@Youngbodzy - Hello - https://thmatc.co/?l=F89E13A3@Lohfimusic - lilac - https://thmatc.co/?l=BC385ADA@TianaKocher - Position - https://thmatc.co/?l=ED8AAE5D#MentalHealth #NervousSystem #SelfRegulation #PersonalGrowth #Perfectionism #Perfectionists