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How perfectionism in hobbies reflects deeper self-worth struggles

My woodworking projects take me six months to finish because I redo everything three times and my wife says I am perfectionist but really I just cannot stand the idea of making something mediocre.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The inability to accept imperfection in creative work often mirrors harsh internal standards applied to the self.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Hobbies, Recreation & Leisure?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.