Life according to the principle “either perfect or not at all” can lead to exhaustion, depriving you and your loved ones of sleep, rest and ordinary human joys. The stress that a perfectionist experiences in the pursuit of perfection most often only harms his professional growth and, worse, his health. However, such a person never feels happy. Elizabeth Lombardo, a famous psychologist, specializes in the problem of perfectionism. Thanks to her recommendations, collected in this book, the lives of thousands of people who have trapped themselves in the pursuit of perfection have become happier, healthier and more fulfilling. Published in Russian for the first time.