Understanding the Psychology of Perfectionism - Dr Paul Hewitt

November 26, 2025|Original: 1h 25m|5 key insights|5 min read

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The shocking psychological roots of perfectionism: Why you feel 'not enough' and how it's destroying your life

The brutal truth: Success NEVER relieves the perfectionist's core belief of being fundamentally flawed

How perfectionism is literally killing you: The surprising link to early death and suicide

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