Perfectionists exist in every walk of life. While outwardly they appear to be very accomplished, they are often unhappy and unfulfilled. Perfectionists strive toward unattainable goals, and their behaviours can wreak havoc on both their physical health and their psychological well-being.Timely and transformative, Better than Perfect by Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo offers step-by-step instructions for perfectionists to find balance and freedom. The book defines perfectionism in easy-to-understand terms, offers simple assessment tools, and shares case studies of Lombardo's patients to highlight the condition. Also included are practical exercises and suggestions for behavioural changes, including seven ways to overcome perfectionism that range from choosing passion over perfection to remembering you're more than what you do.With the ultimate goal of helping readers achieve happiness and prosperity without the stress of making sure things are perfect," Better than Perfect is a fundamental guide for all perfectionists seeking new, fulfilled, and empowered lives.

Introduction Chapter 1: What Is Perfectionism? Chapter 2: Are You a Perfectionist? Chapter 3: Price and Profits of Perfectionism Chapter 4: Passion vs. Panic Chapter 5: Postmortem Your Past Chapter 6: Evaluate Your Expectations Chapter 7: Reinforce New Roads Chapter 8: Fail Forward Chapter 9: Eliminate Extremes Chapter 10: Create Don't Compare Chapter 11: Transcend Chapter 12: The Better Than Perfect Life