Paralyzed perfectionists are those who let the fear of failure trap them into living a less meaningful life. They’ll play it safe by doing things like watching TV, only doing what they’re “supposed to do,” and taking very few risks. Those who are overdriven struggle the most with unrealistic expectations and rumination. Those who are paralyzed

failure. When perfectionism is our driving MO, we’re always going the extra mile to be thoughtful. We pull off remarkable feats, like organizing the best dinner parties, sparing no detail. Perfectionism can also inspire rumination, repetitive thinking, or dwelling on negative aspects of an experience. We cannot bear it when life does not go as we

Perfectionism comes in many shapes and sizes: being afraid of making mistakes, setting sky-high standards, constantly feeling the weight of others’ expectations, or overanalyzing our every move.