Why perfectionism fuels chronic pain conditions?
If you live with chronic pain, you may already know that it’s not always caused by a clear injury or ongoing physical damage. What you might not realise is how your ...
If you live with chronic pain, you may already know that it’s not always caused by a clear injury or ongoing physical damage.
What you might not realise is how your personality traits - especially perfectionism - could be influencing the intensity and persistence of your pain.
Perfectionism, particularly the self-critical kind, is more than just a drive to do things well. It often involves harsh self-judgment, fear of failure, and a constant need to meet unrealistic expectations.
