Many people recognize that perfectionism is a characteristic of anxiety; however, not all perfectionism is created equal. There are two distinct sources of perfectionism, each motivated by a different ...

You probably know the feeling. You have big ideas, high standards, and a packed schedule, but something still keeps you from moving forward. If you’re a female entrepreneur, perfectionism and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. It’s wrong to assume that striving for perfectionism is inherently bad. It’s often healthy for artists, athletes, and many service ...

We asked therapists and researchers for the best books on learning to let go. By Hope Reese Mollie Candib, a therapist in New York City, was seeing a client who was under enormous stress. He was an ...

Research shows that an employee’s perception of what makes an authentic leader is the most significant predictor of job satisfaction and happiness at work. And I experienced this firsthand when my ...

Most people would argue that being a high achiever is a good quality, but certain behaviors of other-oriented perfectionism can affect relationships with others. It's one thing when someone's ...