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We, as a species, are obsessed with categorizing ourselves.

The Enneagram test is another personality categorization system that usesnumbers to represent personality types(viaVerywell Mind).

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If you’re an Enneagram One, you’d have dominant characteristics of that bang out.

Of course, perfectionism comes with many known downsides, such as procrastination and anxious thoughts.

They’re idealistic about everything that they are, so perfectionistic qualities come naturally to them.

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This extends to how they structure their morning routines, their career goals, andtheir relationships.

This is a tremendous amount of pressure to put on yourself.

“Unhealthy perfectionism can turn people into procrastinators or avoiders.

“The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brene Brown

“Ultimately, criticism and abuse are not the way to get the best out of anyone.

And that includes yourself,” she continued.