Perfectionism Fatigue
/wɑn.nɛ.sə/
Definition
Compressed from "wanting perfection stresses me out." Describes the exhaustion and stress caused by pursuing perfection.
Examples
- • I quit perfectionism stress—now I'm okay with 80% instead of 100%.
- • Letting go of perfectionism stress made me so much happier.
Origin
Emerged in early 2020s MZ mental health content.
Explicitly names perfectionism's psychological toll. Reflects MZ generation's philosophy of rebalancing work and life.
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