No matter what you do it just never seems like it’s good enough.  You’re working long hours, missing out on sleep, and your health is beginning to decline.  You set unattainable standards for yourself and when you inevitably fall short, anxiety and self-doubt take over.  The relentless pressure leaves you emotionally and physically exhausted and completely disconnected from your life and relationships. 

Perfectionism is incredibly common, so you are not alone.  Society reinforces this mindset because we live in a world that celebrates individual achievements and consumerism, where being the best is the only goal, and everywhere you look there are messages urging you to be more and do more.   

While your efforts to be the best may have helped you at times in your life, they can lead to burnout, physical health problems, and strained relationships.