Is Perfectionism a Form of Self-Sabotage?

I am not cured of perfectionism. I consider myself in recovery. I fall off the wagon from time to time, but my fall is disguised as overcorrection.

“The Perfect Shield” has been designed by Author (Carmellita) in Canva

Perfectionism is a shield for many. It certainly was for me. I used it as a shield to cover my fears for many years.

Additionally, perfectionism is also a form of self-sabotage. Perfectionism creeps into our psyche when…