Are you ready to hear the truths about perfectionism?

<p>"Are you a perfectionist?</p> <p>Did you know that perfectionists are actually some of the biggest procrastinators? Yes, really.</p> <p>In theory, perfectionism sounds like a good thing. Who doesn’t want to do and be their best? It can even seem like a harmless way to motivate yourself.</p> <p>But the reality is, nothing is perfect.</p> <p>What does “perfect” even mean? What does it look like? Who has the instruction manual?</p> <p>It’s different for everyone. What’s “perfect” in your eyes may not be perfect in someone else’s eyes and vice versa.</p> <p>As you can see, there is no end to this game. There is no way to win."</p> <p><a href="https://www.cindytsaimd.com/about" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow external noreferrer" data-wpel-link= "external">Cindy Tsai</a> is an internal medicine physician and can be reached on Twitter <a href= "https://twitter.com/cindytsaimd" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow external noreferrer" data-wpel-link= "external">@cindytsaimd</a>.</p> <p>She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "<a href="https://www.kevinmd.com/2022/07/perfectionism-is-a-myth-are-you-ready-to-hear-the-truths-about-perfectionism.html">Perfectionism is a myth: Are you ready to hear the truths about perfectionism?</a>"</p> <p><strong>Did you enjoy today’s episode?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.kevinmdpodcast.com/rate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rate and review</a> the show so more audiences can find <strong>The Podcast by KevinMD</strong>.</p> <p><a href="https://www.kevinmdpodcast.com/follow/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Subscribe on your favorite podcast app</a> to get notified when a new episode comes out.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://earnc.me/4UA3iy" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Click here to earn 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CME</a> for this episode.</strong></p> <p>Also available in <a href= "https://www.kevinmdpodcast.com/p/cme/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Category 1 CME bundles</a>.</p> <p><em>Powered by CMEfy - a seamless way for busy clinician learne