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Best books to learn Perfectionism, in order

Perfectionism masquerades as a virtue, which is exactly why it's hard to loosen. A useful reading arc distinguishes healthy high standards from the anxious, self-critical kind, then unpacks the science of why perfectionism backfires, then offers self-compassion and practical tools to lower the stakes. Read in order, the books help you keep the ambition while shedding the fear, with a therapist's help if it runs deep.

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