Overview
In today’s high-pressure society, we are constantly fed a fable of individualism, exceptionalism, determination, and ingenuity, and taught a mythology of grin and bear it, no pain no gain, and hard work pays off, despite the fact that the conditions for success are unpredictable and ever changing.
Psychologist Tara Cousineau claims that perfectionism is a paradox: It is the tension created by the need for belonging, a desire for excellence, and a quest for a meaningful and productive life. But perfectionism can be transformed by learning to connect both head and heart, replacing inner algorithms of comparison and criticism with self-acceptance and self-compassion.
In The Perfectionist’s Dilemma, Cousineau introduces an innovative six-step solution based on the acronym EVOLVE:
- Embody the present moment.
- Validate your experience.
- Open your heart.
- Love your inner critic.
- Make a Vow
- Spark Energies of excellence
To help readers overcome perfectionism and cultivate three essential resources—inner worth, inner humanity and inner leadership. Through storytelling and anecdotes from recovering perfectionists who have participated in Cousineau’s workshops, readers can learn to align mind, body, heart, and spirit—to become happy achievers.
This book title, The Perfectionist's Dilemma (Learn the Art of Self-Compassion and Become a Happy Achiever), ISBN: 9781639109463, by Tara Cousineau, published by CROOKED LANE BOOKS (January 7, 2025) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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