cat-right

Ways to Overcome Perfectionism

Perfectionism or having a fear of failure can have negative effects on your life without you even noticing it. Some would like to think that perfectionism is a key part of their success and it is true to some extent. Even so, it also comes with a cost. You may sacrifice your happiness, relationships, self-confidence, and a lot more. Here, then, are some ways for you to overcome perfectionism before it takes over your life.

Know the difference between good and bad perfectionism
First and foremost, you’ll have to recognize the difference between healthy perfectionism and toxic perfectionism. Perfectionism has been seen in quite a bad light and for many reasons, but there’s actually still a good side to it. The bad side of perfectionism revolves around setting your standards too high that even you find it almost impossible to achieve. Healthy perfectionism, on the other hand, is to insist on giving it your all without having impossibly high standards.

Remember that everybody makes mistakes
One illusion that perfectionism pushes on a person is that people really should not make mistakes. “He never does this the right way so I won’t give him this task.” Perfectionism forces you to think that you ought to do everything yourself because you can’t rely on anybody making mistakes. But that’s the thing really, you yourself make a lot of mistakes and sometimes don’t recognize it. Once you remember this, you’ll be a step closer to freeing yourself from perfectionism.

Forgive yourself
Forgiveness is just about the best thing you can do, not just for others but definitely for yourself also. Negative self-talk comes often, especially when things don’t go according to your plans. This can affect your self-esteem and increase your stress and anxiety. When you learn to forgive yourself, it’s already a big step towards eliminating perfectionism in your life.

Get out there
Go cycling around Singapore or take a hike at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. Having a date with nature or getting some exercise can help you relax and can even give you a boost in creativity. Both activities, even if you don’t immediately notice, can actually improve your energy and overall well-being. Plus, surrounding yourself with nature for a change will surely take your mind off worries and help you destress even just for a while.

Try something new
There are always new things to try all around Singapore. Go to an escape room, try martial arts, explore a museum, and so much more. Trying something new makes you more confident in facing the fear of making mistakes. This also helps you realize that there are many things you still don’t know. Learning something new helps you see that you’re far from perfect. You will, therefore have an easier time accepting mistakes in the future.

Comments are closed.