The Dark Side of Perfectionism | Dr. Rami Nader

Are you a perfectionist? While striving for excellence may seem like a positive trait, perfectionism can actually have harmful effects on your life and relationships. While striving for excellence can lead to great achievements, having high standards can become harmful when it interferes with progress. Perfectionists set incredibly high standards for themselves and feel every detail of a task or project is important, making it difficult for them to prioritize tasks. This can cause them to struggle to complete the project or task on time, or at all, which can be problematic in time-sensitive situations. Perfectionism can cause procrastination, self-doubt, and avoidance, creating a vicious cycle. Perfectionism makes it difficult for people to enjoy any of their achievements or successes. They may focus on any perceived flaws or mistakes in their work and become overly critical of themselves, making it challenging to appreciate their achievements. Comparing achievements to those of others can lead to feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and a constant feeling of dissatisfaction. Perfectionism negatively impacts relationships because perfectionists have unrealistic expectations for themselves and others, which can cause frustration and disappointment. They may become critical and defensive when others fall short of their expectations, leading to conflict and tension. Perfectionism can also lead to difficulties with vulnerability in relationships, creating distance and lack of emotional intimacy. The fear of failure can extend to relationships, causing people to worry about being the perfect partner or friend, becoming overly self-critical or defensive when they make a mistake. Perfectionism can also lead to control issues in relationships. Overall, it is important to recognize when the pursuit of perfection becomes harmful and starts to negatively impact your life and your emotional well-being. Become a member to help support the mission of the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_hrVE5btg_lY20sky_-55g/join Watch all of my videos for free at: http://www.psychologyvideos.ca For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: http://www.cbt.raminader.com DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 22474 (185)