Allyn RichardsPsychologist, PhD (she, her)

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If you carry a persistent sense that you are not enough, even when you are capable, caring, or high-achieving, you are not alone. You may find yourself striving to do things “right,” holding yourself to high standards, or relying on perfectionism in hopes that it will finally bring ease or safety. Inside, your mind may feel relentless, replaying conversations and scanning for mistakes. Compliments can feel uncomfortable or unreal, while self-criticism feels convincing. You may feel pressure to always do better, be better, or try harder. Rest, softness, or self-compassion may feel undeserved, as though worth must always be earned.