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Shame is the birthplace of perfectionism. In the back of your mind, do you focus on what others think of you? Do you worry how the world might perceive you? If so, you may be a perfectionist, like me. It’s a process of addiction. When I try to get it “perfect,” I never win. That…

During these unprecedented times of isolation and uncertainty, it is more important than ever that we remember we are not alone. These are anxious times, and each of us is coping in different ways. We all know that being human is to be imperfect. Our behavior is an area we like to manage and control,…

As a sufferer of trichotillomania and a behavioral coach who works with body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB) clients, I was able to use my coaching skills to provide a course called Rumbling with Imperfection. I taught the course with a group of 30 people, exploring how shame and perfectionism operate in our lives. This disorder keeps so many…