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College student pausing where several campus paths diverge while considering an important decision.

College student pausing where several campus paths diverge while considering an important decision.

Learning to Trust Yourself When No One Can Tell You the Right Answer

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

5 days ago16 min read

College student sitting thoughtfully in a quiet library reflecting on identity, perfectionism, and the transition to college.

College student sitting thoughtfully in a quiet library reflecting on identity, perfectionism, and the transition to college.

Why High-Achieving Students Often Struggle Most During the Transition to College

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Aug 513 min read

When You Can't Make Anything: Recognizing Creative Shutdown as a Burnout Symptom

When You Can't Make Anything: Recognizing Creative Shutdown as a Burnout Symptom

When You Can't Make Anything: Recognizing Creative Shutdown as a Burnout Symptom

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Jun 78 min read

Good enough isn't failure

Good enough isn't failure

When “Good Enough” Feels Dangerous: Fear of Imperfection

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Feb 211 min read

Imposter Syndrome or Perfectionism? Understanding the Overlap

Imposter Syndrome or Perfectionism? Understanding the Overlap

Imposter Syndrome or Perfectionism? Understanding the Overlap

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Feb 211 min read

High-achieving professional hesitating before beginning a task, illustrating the connection between perfectionism, anxiety, and procrastination

High-achieving professional hesitating before beginning a task, illustrating the connection between perfectionism, anxiety, and procrastination

Why Do I Procrastinate When I Care So Much? The Perfectionism-Avoidance Paradox

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Feb 1714 min read

Perfectionism and Overworking Isn’t Always About Ambition: The Anxiety Beneath Productivity

Perfectionism and Overworking Isn’t Always About Ambition: The Anxiety Beneath Productivity

Perfectionism and Overworking Isn’t Always About Ambition: The Anxiety Beneath Productivity

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Feb 141 min read

white writing on dark wall depicting message that small steps are still progress

white writing on dark wall depicting message that small steps are still progress

Coping Techniques for Perfectionism

Jennifer Olson-Madden, PhD

Mar 16, 20254 min read

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