Brene Brown, Credit: ... Perfectionism is the belief that if we do things perfectly and look perfect, we can minimize or avoid the pain of blame, judgment, and shame.

So often, expecting perfection or aiming for it is the very source of chaos and dysfunction with food we're trying to avoid.

15 Brené Brown Quotes That Will Remind You to Be Compassionate With Yourself. By Ashley Broadwater. ... "Perfectionism is self destructive simply because there's no such thing as perfect.

Of the countless resources on managing perfectionism, the vast majority targets those seeking to let go of their traits. Researcher Brene Brown’s book The Gifts of Imperfection is one example of ...

Reading. Brene Brown's books examine vulnerability and shame, courage and authenticity. "I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't): Telling the Truth About Perfectionism, Inadequacy and Power" (2007) ...

Author Brené Brown talks about the 10th anniversary of her book “The Gifts of Imperfection" with TODAY's Hoda Kotb.

As Brené Brown explains in “Exhausting Quest for Perfection,” “Perfectionism is not the same thing as striving to be our best. Perfectionism is not about healthy achievement and growth.” ...