When is “enough” enough?: How to recalibrate your internal compass of success

When is “enough” enough? Adjusting unrealistically high standards.

Do you struggle with feeling like you are not good enough? Perfectionists and people with unrealistically high standards can often get stuck in a trap of never feeling like what they do is enough. This can have bad consequences for our mental health and well being. You can recalibrate your internal compass of success so you have more realistic and flexible standards that still allow you to be your best while also feeling much more confident. Read today’s post to learn how to readjust your internal compass of success and believe: You are Enough.

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perfectionism, habits, mindset, self-compassionYesel YoonJanuary 14, 2020Yesel Yoon Psychologistperfectionism, self-compassion, habits, mindsetComment

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When is “enough” enough? Adjusting unrealistically high standards.

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