Perfectionism has long been lauded as a positive trait, but research shows that it can actually be harmful. The pressure to be flawless can lead to mental health issues like anxiety and depression, as well as low self-worth (Stoeber, 2014). Perfectionists may also struggle to handle failure, as the stakes are often so incredibly high in their minds. This can lead to procrastination and avoidance, which can ultimately impact their success. In fact, some perfectionists may even stop taking on challenges altogether because the fear of failure is simply too great. As such, it's clear that
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