Thomas Curran: Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse

The video explores the concept of perfectionism, its societal roots, and its psychological impacts. It highlights the increasing trend of perfectionism among young people, driven by societal changes and educational pressures. The video discusses the harmful effects of perfectionism, such as mental health issues, and presents a case study to illustrate these effects. It also introduces a method to measure perfectionism and identifies its three core elements. Finally, the video offers hope and solutions, emphasizing self-compassion and societal change to combat the negative effects of perfectionism.

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