Struggle with trying to be perfect? Look perfect? Do everything perfectly? Perfectionism is real and can cause you to struggle with being vulnerable or even ask for help for fear of being viewed as a failure. Today on Living Freely, listen in as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares a quick self assessment to understand the traits of perfectionism, guideposts from Brene Brown's book, The Gifts of Imperfection to start letting perfectionism go, and ways you can ask for help + recognizing mental barriers that may arise and keep you from asking help. Being perfect is a myth. It's imperfection that makes you human and allows love to grow! Be your #perfectlyimperfect self! Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/ Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Watch her on Calm, Cool, and Connected, a mental health television show on achieving wellness at the mind, body, and spirit level: https://www.facebook.com/3cstvshow  Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com