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Why Perfectionism Leads to Hiding · UNMASKED with Wesley Farnsworth

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  Perfectionism teaches us that being valued requires being
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  impressive, that being respected requires being composed, that
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  being trusted requires being consistent without cracks.
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  So we work harder, we try longer, we pray quieter, and we
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  struggle privately. We learn how to manage
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  perception instead of inviting transformation.
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  Many people don't realize this, but perfectionism and hiding are
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  deeply connected. When you believe that you have
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  to be flawless, honesty becomes risky.
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  Vulnerability feels irresponsible.
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  Admitting weakness feels like failure.
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  And so you don't just hide your sin, you hide your humanity.
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  You hide doubt. You hide fear.
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  You hide fatigue. You hide disappointment.
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  You hide grief. You hide confusion.