How to Combat Perfectionism and Increase Your Joy
Season 2 - Episode 30
Are you, or your child, a perfectionist? Do you worry you might be? Then this episode is for you.
Perfectionism has been on the rise in the Western World since 1980. This is not surprising to any of us. But, what is perfectionism? Isn’t it a good thing to strive for perfection in our work and home life?
Lauren covers the 11 dangers of perfectionism, why it is selfish, how it leads to anxiety and depression, and how you know if you are a perfectionist.
Mentioned in this episode:
Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode:
How do I get kids to listen?
Try-at-home tip: Look into Sarah Blondin.
Other related resources from The Behavior Hub:
Blog Post:
Positive Communication: Give Children a Problem to Solve
Improving Communication: Information Instead of Instructions
Podcast:
Improve Communication by Giving Kids Choices
Our Online Courses:
From Conflict to Calm: Communicating so kids listen the FIRST time
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