Our dangerous quest to perfect ourselves | Thomas Curran
Learn more about the causes of this phenomenon and how we can create a culture that celebrates the joys of imperfection.
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Show Notes
Social psychologist Thomas Curran explores how the pressure to be perfect -- in our social media feeds, in school, at work -- is driving a rise in mental illness, especially among young people. Learn more about the causes of this phenomenon and how we can create a culture that celebrates the joys of imperfection.
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