thefunctionalperfe

The Functional Perfectionist questions: So, should we accept ourselves? I’d argue that a better word is acknowledge. We need to acknowledge who we currently are—the good, the bad and the ugly—while actively working to improve ourselves, rather than simply accepting who we are. Continuous acceptance without real change becomes a form of copping out. Accepting ourselves without genuine effort to grow starts to look more like self-indulgence than self-compassion. Actions speak louder than words!

Is Your Self-care Routine Becoming a Drag? The Functional Perfectionist discusses why trying to stick to a spiritual/mindful practice and self-care routine during extra busy times (and then exerting even more pressure by being hard on yourself when you can't keep it up) doesn't really work. What usually works much better is mindful self-care; in other words, checking in with yourself in relation to what you truly need the most in that moment or that day; rotating positive energy rituals; etc.

"Do you sometimes feel “crazy” (out of balance or out of your norm) without any apparent reason? If you’re like me, perhaps that happens more often than it should…" Our brain chemistry affects us; The Functional Perfectionist discusses how our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are direct results of the chemical processes in our brain, including the balance and interaction of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, and shares information on tools that help balance your brain chemistry.