The Hidden Costs of Chasing Perfection in Love
Love and Romance, Mental Health and Emotions, Perfectionism and Unrealistic Expectations, Emotional Wellness and Self-Compassion, Communication and Connection, Personal Growth and Healing, Tanisha Christie LCSW Liberation-Based Therapy Love and Romance, Mental Health and Emotions, Perfectionism and Unrealistic Expectations, Emotional Wellness and Self-Compassion, Communication and Connection, Personal Growth and Healing, Tanisha Christie LCSW Liberation-Based Therapy

The Hidden Costs of Chasing Perfection in Love

We see them. 

The flawless Instagram relationships with fairy-tale endings of curated proposals and choreographed dances at weddings. Our IG/TikTok feeds are constantly flooded with images of couple goals, perfectly timed vacations, effortless communication, and partners who seem to meet every emotional need without fail. 

But is this reality?

No. I’m not a hater but I’ve seen how the neverending pursuit of a perfect love story can often leave many clients feeling disillusioned, disconnected, and unfulfilled in the relationships that they do have.

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