The perfectionist's dilemma Learn the art of self-compassion and become a happy achiever
Book - 2025
In The Perfectionist's Dilemma, psychologist Tara Cousineau explores the paradox of perfectionism, rooted in the tension between belonging, excellence, and meaningful living. She argues that perfectionism, often fueled by societal myths of individualism and hard work, can be transformed through self-compassion and self-acceptance. Cousineau introduces a six-step EVOLVE method--Embody the moment, Validate experience, Open your heart, Love your inner critic, Vow for change, and Energize excellence--to help readers replace self-criticism with inner worth, humanity, and leadership. Through real-life stories and actionable steps, the book guides perfectionists toward alignment of mind, body, heart, and spirit, fostering happiness and balanc...ed achievement.
- Subjects
- Genres
- Self-help publications
Livres de croissance personnelle - Published
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[New York, New York] :
Alcove Press
2025.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Edition
- First edition
- Physical Description
- xviii, 299 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN
- 9781639109463
- Introduction
- Part I. The Perfectionist's Dilemma: When the Solution Is the Problem
- 1. Perfectionism: It's Not Your Fault
- 2. What's Energy Got to Do With It?
- 3. Discover Your Inner Critic
- Part 2. The New Solution (That Actually Helps)
- 4. Step 1: E, Embody the Present Moment
- 5. Step 2; V, Validate Your Experience
- 6. Step 3: O, Open Your Heart
- 7. Step 4: L, Love Your Inner Critic
- 8. Step 5: V, Make a Vow
- 9. Step 6: E, Spark the Energy of Excellence
- Postscript
- Appendix A. The EVOLVE Steps: Tracking Your Inner Evolution
- Appendix B. EVOLVE Tapping Scripts
- Appendix C. Resources
- Gratitude
- Bibliography
- Notes
- Index