Perfectionism: A Practical Guide to Managing "Never Good Enough" - Softcover

Van Gemert, Lisa

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1935067451 ISBN 13: 9781935067450

Publisher: Anodyne, Inc. DBA Great Potential Press, Inc., 2017

Synopsis

For perfectionists of all types, whether children or adults, this practical guide explains myths about perfectionism and provides a new paradigm with practical steps to turn the negative into positive, build resilience, and develop optimism. Goals, perseverance, mindset, and self-talk are emphasized. The author, Lisa Van Gemert, is an educator and widely-known speaker and was Youth and Education Ambassador for Mensa. She understands perfectionism in herself as well as through her work.

About this title

About the Author

Using a combination of neuropsychology, pedagogy, humor, and technology, Lisa Van Gemert shares best practices in gifted education with audiences around the world. Lisa is an expert consult to television shows including Lifetime's "Child Genius," writer of award-winning lesson plans, and author of the children's and teachers' guides to the National Book Festival, as well numerous published articles on social psychology and pedagogy. A former teacher, school administrator, and Youth & Education Ambassador for Mensa, she shares resources for educators and parents on her website giftedguru.com. Lisa and her husband Steve are the parents of three sons and live in Arlington, Texas.

Edition details

• Publisher: Anodyne, Inc. DBA Great Potential Press, Inc.
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1935067451
• ISBN 13: 9781935067450
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 186