High standards can be a strength, but perfectionism often comes at a cost. This session helps participants identify how perfectionism contributes to stress, burnout, procrastination, and self-criticism, while providing practical strategies for pursuing excellence without sacrificing wellbeing.
Participants will leave with tools to manage internal pressure, increase self-compassion, and build healthier approaches to achievement and success.
Key outcomes:
- Recognize the impact of perfectionism on wellbeing, relationships, and performance
- Differentiate between healthy excellence and perfectionistic thinking
- Learn practical strategies for reducing self-imposed pressure
- Strengthen resilience in the face of mistakes, feedback, and uncertainty
- Develop a more sustainable and balanced approach to achievement
Presenter: Kelley Bonner, L.C.S.W., M.A.; Founder, Burn Bright
MIT is committed to providing an environment that is accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities. If you need a disability-related accommodation for this event, please email worklife@mit.edu.