What unhealthy perfectionism looks like

By , Delhi
Updated On Jul 10, 2023 12:28 pm IST

One of the signs of unhealthy perfectionism is that we are extremely critical of ourselves and others – we want things to be our way only.

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When we try to have everything in our own control, and focus excessively on it, it grows unhealthy perfectionism and the craze of reaching it. Therapist Lalitaa Suglani pointed it out and wrote, "A drive to better ourselves can help us stay committed to challenging tasks and overcome serious obstacles, but research has linked excessive perfectionism with mental health problems such as depression, eating disorders, anxiety and more."(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jul 10, 2023 12:28 pm IST

When we try to have everything in our own control, and focus excessively on it, it grows unhealthy perfectionism and the craze of reaching it. Therapist Lalitaa Suglani pointed it out and wrote, "A drive to better ourselves can help us stay committed to challenging tasks and overcome serious obstacles, but research has linked excessive perfectionism with mental health problems such as depression, eating disorders, anxiety and more."(Unsplash)

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One of the signs of unhealthy perfectionism is that we are extremely critical of ourselves and others – we want things to be our way only. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jul 10, 2023 12:28 pm IST

One of the signs of unhealthy perfectionism is that we are extremely critical of ourselves and others – we want things to be our way only. (Unsplash)

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We take motivation from the fear of being a failure. The negative thoughts of not being good enough fuel us. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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We take motivation from the fear of being a failure. The negative thoughts of not being good enough fuel us. (Unsplash)

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We always set unrealistic expectations and goals and beat ourselves up when we do not reach them. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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We always set unrealistic expectations and goals and beat ourselves up when we do not reach them. (Unsplash)

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We cannot handle mistakes. We are extremely critical of ourselves even when we make small mistakes. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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We cannot handle mistakes. We are extremely critical of ourselves even when we make small mistakes. (Unsplash)

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When we do not have a clear plan, we do not let things be. Instead, we procrastinate and have self-doubt. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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When we do not have a clear plan, we do not let things be. Instead, we procrastinate and have self-doubt. (Unsplash)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Tapatrisha Das

    Tapatrisha is Content Producer with Hindustan Times. She covers stories related to health, relationships, and fashion.

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