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How to Be Enough

Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists

Ellen Hendriksen

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How to Be Enough
The Perfectionist Paradox
Core Definition
The Inner Critic
The Goal
Calming the Critic
Dangers of Self-Criticism
The Antidote: Self-Compassion
The Outer Critic
From Rules to Values
The Rulebook
The Value Shift
Avoiding Traps
From Paralysis to Progress
The Root of Procrastination
Actionable Strategies
Redefining Productivity
Stop Comparing & Be You
The Comparison Trap
The Burden of Control
Practicing Authenticity

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How to Be Enough Summary & Overview

How to Be Enough (2024) offers a transformative approach to overcoming perfectionism by shifting from harsh self-judgment to genuine self-acceptance. Through seven key mindset changes, from embracing self-compassion to practicing emotional authenticity, the book provides practical strategies for breaking free from the cycle of never feeling good enough while maintaining healthy standards of excellence.Β 

Who Should Listen to How to Be Enough?

  • Those who have difficulty accepting compliments or celebrating their successes
  • High-achieving professionals who struggle with imposter syndrome
  • People-pleasers who have difficulty setting boundaries or saying no

About the Author: Ellen Hendriksen

Ellen Hendriksen serves as a clinical psychologist at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, where she specializes in helping people overcome social anxiety and perfectionism. Her book How to Be Yourself (2018) reached readers worldwide through major media outlets including the New York Times, BBC News, and Harvard Business Review, while her expertise regularly features in Scientific American and Psychology Today.

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