Perfectionism
Superpower or Handicap? How your high standards can push you to peak performance without damaging your relationships and mental healthBy Hans-Jörg Gierke
Length3h 53m
About this audiobook
Perfectionism—your greatest friend or your worst enemy?
Do you feel like you're never good enough, even though others admire your achievements? Do your high standards rob you of sleep and strain your relationships? Then this book is your key to a new balance.
Hans-Joerg Gierke, an experienced mental trainer and
perfectionist himself, shows you how to turn your perfectionism into a superpower. Instead of being paralyzed by self-doubt and overwhelm, you'll learn how to clearly define your standards, build your mental strength, and set healthy boundaries.
This book is not dry theory, but real help for anyone who wants to learn firsthand how to deal with perfectionism without letting it dominate their life. With motivating insights, honest stories, and practical tips, Hans-Joerg guides you step by step on your
journey to peak performance – and a life that truly feels good.
Recognize the power within you and let perfectionism
work for you – not against you!
Audiobook details
GenreSelf-Help
Length3 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Part 1 Understanding Perfectionism
21. Anna and the Invisible Burden of Perfection
32. Welcome to the Tension Between Perfectionism
43. Entrance Test – How Perfectionistic are You?
54. The Five Faces of Perfectionism – Which Type Are You?
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65. Exercises For the Happy Perfectionist – Situational Switching For Every Type
76. The Causes – Where Does Your Perfectionism Come From?
87. Perfectionism Is Not Always Perfectionism
9Part 2 A New Perspective
108. Using Perfectionism as a Superpower
119. The Dark Side – When Perfectionism Becomes a Handicap
1210. High Performance Despite Perfectionism – the Crucial Difference
1311. The 3-Goal Zone Approach – Distinguishing Between Perfect, Good and Acceptable Performance
14Part 3 Change – Controlling Perfectionism In a Targeted Manner
1512. Situational Perfectionism – When Perfection Helps and When It Harms
1613. Mental Techniques For Perfectionists – How Top Athletes Deal With Perfectionism
1714. Scenario Training For Perfectionists – Becoming Aware of Mistakes & Reducing Pressure
18Part 4 Perfectionism In the Modern World
1915. Perfectionism & Social Media – the Pressure To Compare In the Digital World
2016. Perfectionists In Teams & Leadership – Working Together Efficiently Without Losing Control
2117. Perfectionism In Your Personal Life – When Striving For Excellence Makes Life Difficult
22Part 5 Your Individual Program – Your Perfectionism, Your Path
2318. The 7-Step Plan: From Perfectionism To Optimal Performance
2419. Your Perfectionism Log – Measuring Progress & Staying On Track
2520. Why Imperfect Is the New Perfect
26ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN AUDIOBOOK!
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