I used to follow the Korean 10-step skincare routine, thinking the more I did, the better the results. But looking back, it wasn’t just about skincare—it was perfectionism and overthinking at its finest. Honestly, it’s kind of sad how even something simple—I managed to turn into a complicated mess. I truly believed complexity meant success. And I was really good at that. Well… not really.

Stuck in the Trap of Perfectionism and Overthinking

You know that feeling when you have a million things to do, but instead of doing any of them, you just freeze? You sit there, overwhelmed and unable to move. Yep—that was me. Some people call it “perfectionism syndrome.” And honestly, that name fits too well.

Even the Small Things Felt Hard

Here’s another example: that moment when you switch from typing to handwriting, and suddenly your writing looks awful. So, you keep starting over and over, trying to get it just right. It’s like your brain refuses to accept anything less than perfect—even for a simple note. It’s exhausting.

I Know I’m Not Alone in This

This kind of perfectionism runs deep. And it doesn’t stop at skincare routines or messy handwriting. Sometimes, it feels so intense that it’s almost crippling. You get stuck in your own head, constantly second-guessing, endlessly overthinking. If you’ve felt that before, you’re not alone.

“Perfectionism is not the same thing as striving to be your best. Perfectionism is the belief that if we live perfect, look perfect, and act perfect, we can minimize or avoid the pain of blame, judgment, and shame.”
— Brené Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection

Realizing the Truth About Perfectionism

I honestly can’t tell you when I first realized I was hurting myself with all of this. And to be honest? I don’t need to. What matters is that, over time, I began to see the truth: I was overcomplicating everything—every tiny detail—when I really didn’t have to. Letting go of perfectionism and overthinking didn’t happen overnight, but simplicity slowly began to feel like freedom.

Why I Struggle With Simple Questions

You know those “Would you rather…?” games? I hate them. Everyone else answers in two seconds, and I’m over here going, “Well… it depends.” I can’t help it. I overthink every option, every angle. It’s exhausting—but now I’m learning to laugh at it a little.

A Book That Helped Me Shift My Mindset

If you’re working through perfectionism and looking for guidance, I highly recommend The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown.. This book helped me understand where my perfectionist habits were coming from—and how to break free from them. Brené’s writing is warm, real, and relatable. She encourages us to let go of the pressure to be perfect and start living more authentically. If you’re feeling stuck, this book is a great place to start.

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