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The Achievement Trap: When Success and Body Perfectionism Become Entangled alessandra lemma attachment body image bowlby freud high-achievers perfectionism relationships success therapy

In my private practice, I increasingly encounter individuals whose relentless pursuit of professional achievement has become inextricably linked with body perfectionism. This intricate interweaving...

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The Attachment Factor: Reshaping Professional Success attachment high-achievers leadership professional life relationships workplace dynamics

 

When we think of adult attachment patterns, we often think of romantic relationships as this is how they've been widely covered in mainstream books and media. However, working with...

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The Achiever's Blind Spot: Building Intimacy in a Self-Sufficient World high-achievers intimacy relationships

For many high-achievers, the very traits that propel professional success can become obstacles in intimate relationships. Over the years as a therapist, I've noticed a pattern: the more...

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