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Perfection Is the Enemy of Progress

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Do you find yourself striving for perfection, even when you know its not necessary? Are you hard on yourself when you fall short of your own impossibly high standards? If so, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with perfectionism, and it can be a major obstacle to achieving goals and feeling confident. Mary Beth Luedtke, a therapist here at BEing There Counseling, shares her insights on perfectionism and offers some resources for overcoming this mindset.

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Mary Beth’s approach to therapy is grounded in lived experience, not just theory. Her insights—shaped by real-world challenges like building a career, marriage, and parenting—help clients create meaningful, lasting change.

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