Reuben Hoar Library (Littleton)

A perfectionist's guide to not being perfect, Bonnie Zucker, PsyD

eng

Includes bibliographical references and index

illustrations

index present

Ages 13-18, Magination PressGrades 10-12, Magination Press

non fiction

A perfectionist's guide to not being perfect

bibliography

1268544837

Bonnie Zucker, PsyD

"It's hard for teens to be happy when they've created a very narrow window of what defines success. The goal of this helpful book is to encourage teens to maintain their desire to achieve without striving to always be perfect and to appreciate and love who they are just as they are, not for what they do or accomplish. Finding a balance between work and play is key. Challenging perfectionism is about the pursuit of happiness. When teens can recognize that perfectionism is a disadvantage, they can become motivated to do something about it. For many, it may just be shifting the perfectionism a bit to land in a more positive place. It might be about deciding when and where to be slightly perfectionistic, when and where they can let go of high standards and all-or-nothing thinking, and when it's okay to simply do a "good enough" job on something."--Amazon.com

What is Perfectionism & Why Change it? -- A Successful Life -- Picture Perfect: Social Media -- Perfectionism & Body Image -- Treating Perfectionism with Cognitive-behavioral therapy -- Challenging Perfectionistic Thinking -- Decision-Making, Flexibility, & Comfort Zones -- Challenging Perfectionistic Behavior -- Making Mistakes, Failing, & Life Lessons -- Relaxing the Body: Mastering Self-Care -- Stress Management & Balanced Living

adolescent