Tag Archives: perfectionism

Fear of Making a Mistake:
“I’m deathly afraid of investing more time, money and energy in something that could be doomed no matter how hard I try.”

Posted on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 by Alison

Errors, mistakes, and failures are part of the life experience. Without them we will never achieve success. Spending inordinate time and energy avoiding mistakes, covering up failures, and avoiding changing course prevents people from moving along in their journey of … Continue reading →

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Good-enough Parenting:
“I feel so bad when I let my children down.”

Posted on Friday, April 6, 2012 by Alison

Parental neglect or abuse can cause a child to toughen up, but often at the expense of the child shutting down feelings of empathy and love as well. Some parents never apologize to their children or admit to themselves that … Continue reading →

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Luck: “I try so hard but am usually unlucky.”

Posted on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 by Alison

Research shows that lucky people are more relaxed and open than unlucky people. You limit your ability to notice people and opportunities around you if you are overly anxious and concerned with doing things just so. Being relaxed, on the … Continue reading →

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Perfectionism: “I’d like to have people over more often, but I rarely do, because it’s so much work to cook a great meal.”

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2011 by Alison

If you want to spend time with friends but don’t want to work too hard cooking, have a potluck or cook something easy. I think most people would rather spend the evening with friends they enjoy than a stressed-out host … Continue reading →

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Feng Shui Day with Dr. Katherine Morris: “I always feel on edge in my new home. It’s as though I’m becoming a perfectionist.”

Posted on Monday, February 28, 2011 by Alison

A home that does not meet the needs of those who live in it is a source of ongoing stress. Homeowners often fail to consider the effects their homes have on their interpersonal communications, their family life, their love life, … Continue reading →

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