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Free Online Support Groups for Perfectionism

Perfectionism can look like overthinking, procrastination, burnout, harsh self-talk, and never feeling done. Peer groups create a space to talk about the cost of those patterns with more compassion.

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Student Session: Finding Connection in College

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Student Session: Finding Connection in College

College Students hoping to bulid connection

Good company
Loneliness
Social anxiety
1/16
Thu, 5/14, 12:00 AM60 min
The Blooming Light Circle
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PalePetalBloomHealing

The Blooming Light Circle

Witchy chats, spells, ritual & tarot of the day

Daily check-in
Good company
Spirituality

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15/16
Thu, 5/14, 1:00 AM90 min
Good mornings, goals and gratitude's
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CharityRoss

Good mornings, goals and gratitude's

goal setting, positive start to your day

Goal-setting
Mindfulness
Self-care
5/16
Thu, 5/14, 12:00 PM90 min
Thursday Morning Body Doubling
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Shae_MsOneDayAtATime

Thursday Morning Body Doubling

Body doubling for accountability

ADHD
Autism
Body doubling
2/16
Thu, 5/14, 12:00 PM90 min
Topic context

Understanding perfectionism

Perfectionism can feel like a constant pressure to do everything flawlessly, often leading to burnout, anxiety, and self-criticism. It creates unrealistic expectations and can block people from celebrating their own progress. Peer support provides a space to unpack the roots of perfectionism and hear from others facing similar inner battles. These conversations promote self-compassion, realistic thinking, and a shared commitment to embracing imperfection as part of growth.

Why it helps

How peer support helps with perfectionism

Peer support helps with perfectionism because it is often driven by fear, not just high standards. A group can help people feel less alone in the pressure they carry and hear how others are loosening the grip of self-criticism and performance anxiety.

Inside the room

What perfectionism groups often cover

  • Fear of failure, overthinking, and harsh inner pressure
  • Procrastination, burnout, and never feeling good enough
  • How perfectionism affects work, relationships, and self-worth
  • Gentler standards, self-compassion, and more sustainable growth
Good fit for

Who these groups may help

  • People whose standards feel exhausting or impossible to meet
  • Anyone stuck in fear, overcontrol, or self-criticism
  • People wanting support around doing less perfectly and living more freely
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Frequently asked questions

What do perfectionism support groups help with?

These groups often help people talk through fear of failure, procrastination, self-criticism, overcontrol, burnout, and impossible internal standards.

Is perfectionism just about wanting to do well?

Usually it runs deeper than that. Perfectionism is often tied to fear, shame, or a belief that mistakes make someone less worthy or safe.

Can peer support help me loosen harsh standards?

Yes. It can help people recognize shared patterns, build more self-compassion, and experiment with gentler ways of showing up.
1-on-1 support

Want to speak to someone one on one about perfectionism?

Connect with a trained Peer Specialist for a private perfectionism session.

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