Challenge perfectionistic thinking from "summary" of Retrain Your Brain: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in 7 Weeks by Seth J. Gillihan
To challenge perfectionistic thinking, it's important to recognize that perfectionism is not just an innocuous personality quirk, but a pattern of thinking that can cause significant distress and interfere with your ability to live a fulfilling life. Perfectionistic thinking can lead to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and depression, as well as avoidance of tasks or activities that you fear you won't excel at. This can create a vicious cycle in which you avoid challenges that could help you grow and improve, ultimately preventing you from reaching your full potential. One way to challenge perfectionistic thinking is to identify and challenge your underlying beliefs about perfectionism. These beliefs may include thoughts such as "I must be perfect to be worthwhile" or "If I make a mistake, it means I'm a failure." By examining these beliefs and questioning th...
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