We can break out of perfectionism by understanding our underlying beliefs and schemas that drive us to be perfectionists. then, we can change these beliefs by challenging them. in particular, we can identify contrary experiences that would challenge our beliefs

This statement is completely and utterly true. Yes, the understanding of our underlying believes can help and even change the person’s perfectionist nature. This understanding can help us be better, it can challenge our beliefs and also helps us find more information which can challenge the long-held beliefs.

they encountered severe weather for which they were poorly prepared.

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