I need some help with my bad perfectionist/Compulsive habits

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Re: I need some help with my bad perfectionist/Compulsive ha

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I grew up with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder- your anxiety triggers seem to deal with perfectionism. Not always a bad thing, but it can be inconvenient irrational stress takes up your time and energy.

Ultimately, the best thing to do is face your "fears" (though I doubt you would consider your habits as threatening or scary) gradually, looking at it as purely a physical task. Logically, it isn't difficult to refrain from changing the wording or organization of files. If it proves to be too much, try moving to a neutral, distracting activity- turn on the TV or read a familiar comic until you feel the stress slip away.

Indulging in your tendencies will make it worse, and you might find yourself slipping into other undesirable patterns/habits. Best to cut it off in the early stages. :P
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