Five Ways Perfectionism Holds Us Back, and Four Ways to Let Go of It
Freeing yourself from unrealistic expectations
Kelsey T. Chun, MFT
Kelsey Chun is a marriage and family therapist, freelance writer, and the author of With A Little Grace, a “wholesome journal” that showcases her array of interests. Kelsey lives in Michigan, but received her graduate and undergraduate degrees from Northwestern University, where she played varsity field hockey. You can follow her on Instagram @withalittlegrace_ for musings about style, relationships, mental health, and faith.
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