Comments on: Anxiety in Children – 10 Practical Strategies to Help Kids Manage Perfectionism

By: Karen Young

Karen Young — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 07:39:18 +0000

In reply to Michelle. Thank you. I'm so pleased it was helpful.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 05 May 2020 18:46:01 +0000

It is humbling and beautiful to gain insight to myself while seeking help for my kids. No wonder they are who they are!
Thank you for writing this article.

By: Janice M

Janice M — Mon, 14 May 2018 12:37:19 +0000

Wow! This is such a great article. Very often parents are driven by the need to teach perfection, which results in a child fear of sharing his/her struggles. Most importantly, it negatively impacts his/her assertive communication skills.

By: Adriane

Adriane — Thu, 10 May 2018 21:38:50 +0000

thank you so much for writing this. My six year old has always been a perfectionist but Kindergarten has amplified it. He is so disappointed and upset of he misses just one question on a test or won’t build Legos other than exactly by the book. Coloring is even worse! Thank you so much for more insight into this subject.

By: Carolyn Stein

Carolyn Stein — Mon, 07 May 2018 23:53:44 +0000

Over the years I’ve read so many books and articles about perfectionism, but nothing about how to live with it and support those around you, who are also struggling. Thank you so much for your practical and sensitive suggestions of things to say or do.

By: Claudia

Claudia — Mon, 07 May 2018 18:21:56 +0000

Wow! So much insight into my own life as well as my children. Thank you! I’ll be rereading this many times, as I think through my past and present reactions, and move forward with ( hopefully) more grace and understanding.

By: Andrea

Andrea — Mon, 07 May 2018 13:55:09 +0000

This is beautifully written. Thankyou

By: Joanne

Joanne — Mon, 07 May 2018 13:29:44 +0000

What a perfect time to read your article, I have a daughter whom is doing her Yr12 VCE at the moment whom is a perfectionist and her anxieties are rearing again. We are seeking professional help, however the system is very slow. At least my daughter recognisers her anxiety patterns and has asked for the support. I allow her to off load her many emotions and try not to always give her the answers. Most of the time she needs acknowledgement and a big momma hug and all is good once agin. What a journey we travel in our lives. Thank you for this I needed a little reminder regarding some good strategies to use.

By: Valentin

Valentin — Fri, 04 May 2018 15:27:28 +0000

This is the best article I’ve read in a while! Directly to the point(s). Congrats!