How to Combat Perfectionism and Increase Your Joy

Are you, or your child, a perfectionist? Do you worry you might be? Then this episode is for you. Perfectionism has been on the rise in the Western World since 1980. This is not surprising to any of us. But, what is perfectionism? Isn’t it a good thing to strive for perfection in our work and home life?Lauren covers the 11 dangers of perfectionism, why it is selfish, how it leads to anxiety and depression, and how you know if you are a perfectionist. Mentioned in this episode:Insight TimerSarah BlondinLauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode: How do I get kids to listen? Try-at-home tip: Look into Sarah Blondin. Other related resources from The Behavior Hub: Blog Post: Positive Communication: Give Children a Problem to SolveImproving Communication: Information Instead of InstructionsPodcast:Improve Communication by Giving Kids ChoicesOur Online Courses: From Conflict to Calm: Communicating so kids listen the FIRST time Do you have a question? I can answer it in a future episode!Email questions to [email protected] or send via text to 717-693-7744.Subscribe to our mailing list and find out more about the Emotional Brain.Check out our Facebook Group – Raising and Teaching Respectful Children The Behavior Hub websiteThe Behavior Hub blog