Capability is to pursue life, but sometimes that means focusing inwards and not pushing outwards. -Sheryl Chan The little engine that could (Watty Piper, 1930) is a story known to most generations. The little engine believes that they can conquer the hill despite their smaller size and load. This story comes to mind when I contemplate burnout and perfectionism, particularly reflecting on my own personal experience. Since writing my previous post  about burnout, my mind has been formulating...

"...If you were a car...when you reach brown out, this is when your fuel warning light turns on... often when people present to therapy,...

"Expectations are predetermined disappointments" -Unknown Cast of The Breakfast Club, a John Hughes film (1985) Growing up in the 80s...