Perfectionism and Pain

How does trying harder, striving and pushing yourself forward help or hinder pain relief?

Even if you don’t describe yourself as a perfectionist, you might find some similarities of always trying harder, beating yourself up if you don’t “get it right”, or feel you are to blame for your pain. Studies have shown that there is an association between perfectionism and stress, poor mental health, reductions in functioning, and the frequency/intensity of pain and fatigue.

Let’s dive into this topic together and find out how where these patterns come from, how they have helped you, and which ones to now send on a long vacation.