1. Procrastination
Ironically, certain perfectionists frequently struggle with procrastination.
Why is it the case? First of all, a perfectionist often imagines an idealized version of how things ought to be. So when it comes time to work, they become incredibly meticulous, start to obsess over everything, become bogged down by every issue, and become consumed by the desire to produce everything flawlessly.
Procrastination is the act of delaying a task to obtain some respite while actually delaying the agony that they are creating with each task. Over time, the “pain” of such careful attention becomes too unpleasant.
Second, perfectionists are particular about needing the ideal surroundings before beginning their work. They must first have enough time, then put ABC in place, then put XYZ in place, and only then will they feel prepared to begin.
They won’t feel like starting as long as any one piece is missing. They would simply put things off repeatedly in order to wait for the “ideal” time to complete them.
Of course, the perfectionist is simply deluding themselves in the end. This is due to the fact that procrastination in the name of perfectionism results in nothing being accomplished.
That’s worse than just trying; even if the result is subpar, there is still a foundation from which to grow.
Thus, procrastination caused by perfectionism is a trap where someone delays their goals in the name of “perfection.”
2. Low Productivity
When undertaking a task or endeavor, perfectionists have a propensity to pay excessive attention to every detail. Even the less significant details are included in this.
They consequently become underproductive because they spend too much time on a single task. Additionally, becoming overly concerned with details will make you a workaholic, which will ultimately reduce your productivity.
3. Socially Awkward
The majority of perfectionists are quite socially awkward and may be very introverted since they prefer to finish the task at hand over socializing. People may mistake them for a control freak because they are so rigid with details.
Additionally, they ought to make an effort to socialize with others who exhibit attributes like leadership, are ambient extroverts, and so on. This aids in their leadership development and boosts their self-assurance in social situations.
4. Perfectionism, Anxiety, and Depression are All Bedfellows
Although the definition of “perfection” is “absence of faults,” perfectionism, as a personality trait, refers to the urge to be, or appear to be, perfect.
Unfortunately, this requirement from people who seem to be focused, ambitious, and high achievers can result in unrealistic goals that are unlikely to ever be satisfied. Procrastination, a reduced sense of self-worth, and increased worry are all side effects of this.
Feeling never good enough, as though they’ve let themselves and others down, and feeling like a continual failure is yet another risky side effect of perfectionism.
The problem with perfectionism is that even though a perfectionist rarely feels perfect, he or she has a fierce desire to be. Perfectionism, if unchecked, can develop into severe, ongoing anxiety and even chronic depression.
