Posts by Tara Cousineau

Have you ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of regret, resentment, and rumination? I call these the 3 Rs of despair. You're not alone. We all have moments when we look back at our choices and wish we could change them.“I wish I hadn’t done that.” “I want a do over.” “If only.”We might feel bitter towards ourselves for perceived flaws or failures or envy others' successes. These emotions can lead...
12/8/2023 5:00:00 AM
If you're that high-achieving professional who's all too familiar with the gnawing anxiety of not being good enough, the constant worry about meeting project milestones, and unrelenting inner critical voices, take a deep breath. You're not alone. As a recovering perfectionist myself, I can assure that you can travel through the maze of perfectionism with more ease and joy—and truly thrive. No doubt...
10/20/2023 4:00:00 AM
Do you often find yourself isolated in the relentless pursuit of perfection, believing that there's always something more you could improve? Perhaps the most pervasive toll of perfectionism is that it’s hard to be happy when you believe there is always room for improvement. In fact, it can be a pretty lonely experience affecting not only your sense of contentment but also your mental well-being. As...
9/17/2023 4:00:00 AM