Perfectionism

Perfectionism

Topic

Heard in 4 episodes across 3 shows since Jan 2026

In psychology, perfectionism is a broad, multidimensional personality trait characterized by an individual's persistent striving for flawlessness and extremely high performance standards. This trait is typically accompanied by highly critical self-evaluations and heightened concerns regarding the evaluations and expectations of others.

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4
across 3 shows

First heard

Jan 2026

Expert statements

6
1 positive · 4 negative

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What experts have said about Perfectionism

6 statements · 1 positive · 4 negative · 1 mixed

  1. Seth GodinNegativeAug 10, 2026· The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

    Perfectionism is avoidance, not a pursuit of quality.

    “Perfectionism is a trap every time. Perfectionism has nothing to do with quality.”

    Listen at 1:28:56

    Open the episode · The Quitting Expert: Sunk Costs Are Keeping You TRAPPED, Quit Before AI Comes! | Seth Godin
  2. Seth GodinNegativeAug 10, 2026· The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

    Perfectionism is unrelated to quality and functions as a trap.

    “Perfectionism is a trap every time. Perfectionism has nothing to do with quality.”

    Listen at 1:28:57

    Open the episode · The Quitting Expert: Quit NOW Before AI Makes The Choice For You, This Is a Superpower! | Seth Godin
  3. Anne LamottNegativeAug 5, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Perfectionism undermines writers by functioning as an oppressive inner voice.

    “perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor, it's the voice of the enemy.”

    Listen at 10:04

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
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Episodes

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