"Perfectionists often rely solely on themselves, intensely fearing the revelation of their needs. They struggle with revealing needs, admitting mistakes, and expressing feelings outside of anger."
"While conceiving of themselves as superior communicators, they place the responsibility of improving communication onto others, hardly ever blaming themselves for breakdowns in it."
"Psychologist Gill Straker astutely wrote, 'Addiction is a way of not relying on a person.' Arguably, so is perfectionism, which isn't far off from addictive tendencies."
"At its core, perfectionism is the fixation on cultivating, curating, and maintaining both one's public image and self-image, leading to significant loneliness."
Perfectionists often experience loneliness stemming from their intense focus on maintaining a flawless public and self-image. This self-absorption leads to a lack of awareness of others' needs and insecurities. While they prefer direct communication, perfectionists typically struggle to express their own feelings and needs. They tend to blame others for communication breakdowns, believing they are superior communicators. This dynamic can resemble addictive behaviors, as perfectionists avoid relying on others, further isolating themselves.
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