Perfectionism feels like control, but underneath, it’s fear, self-doubt, and never feeling good enough. This post unpacks where it comes from, why it’s so common (especially if you’re a high-achieving, people-pleasing millennial), and how to finally let go of the pressure to get everything right.

People-pleasing often starts as parent-pleasing. Learn how childhood dynamics shape adult patterns, and why it’s time to break the cycle.