In this episode, we will talk about the concept and Science of Perfectionism

While there is scientific consensus that perfectionism leads to negative consequences, there has been a longstanding debate within perfectionism research if there are any positive aspects of perfectionism.

At what point does healthy striving for perfection turn unhealthy?

Come along this week's quest to understand and untangle what perfectionism is and how, when, and why it is problematic.

Enjoy!

Victoria

If you want a fast recap of what I just covered - there are slides and visuals posted with the key takeaways of this episode’s material on my website.

Each episode´s content stands on the shoulders of giants - on what others already figured out - scientists and researchers who spent their whole life dedicated to answering specific questions. Huge credit to all those people and their excellent work!

The full list of sources can be found at my website https://www.victoriavallstrom.com/

Disclaimer: Keep in mind I am not a scientist in the areas I cover, for example, psychology, neuroscience, biology, etc. I come from the other direction - practical experience working and creating things with other people in organizations. Education-wise have a degree in computer science, coupled with university studies in the history of ideas/history