Perfectionism isa vicious form of self-abuse. Unfortunately, this thought process is usually born through trauma, a parent who put too many expectations on you, or was never able to be pleased.
To know if you are a perfectionist is as easy as suspecting it sometimes. We are smart animals, and if you identify with liking or needing things to be perfect, you probably fit the description.
Seeking perfection is a never-ending process that only brings disappointment.
Perfectionists, like high achievers, set goals and work hard towards them. While there is a satisfaction level for high achievers, perfectionists can never seem to get to a place where they feel satisfied. They are always chasing an invisible high. Obviously, this is very unhealthy.
Someone with a perfectionist personality is more critical of themselves and others than a high achiever. High achievers take pride in their accomplishments and tend to be supportive of others, yet perfectionists often spot mistakes and imperfections.
Perfectionists are often less happy than high achievers. While high achievers are able to bounce back fairly easily from disappointment, perfectionists tend to beat themselves up and wallow in negative feelings when their high expectations go unmet.
