Are you a perfectionist? Do you hate making mistakes or knowing that someone could find a flaw in you or your work? To take pride in your work, to do the best you can and to eliminate flaws is not an unhealthy practice, it is admirable. But if you struggle with perfectionism, it is like a constant jangling in your head – the inner critic is on steroids, damning judgment and harsh damnation if any flaws are revealed. Today, I discuss what is behind perfectionism, how it can be an emotional trap, and give you three exercises to manage your perfectionism.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• The emotional drivers of perfectionism
• The five costs of perfectionism in your life
• Three exercises to manage your perfectionism 

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