📣Conversation Club (Registrations Open):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/a25🎯Pronunciation Course (International Students):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale🇧🇷 Pronunciation Course (Brazilian Students):https://bit.ly/pronunciation-brazilians🔒Private community:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community📧For collaborations, send an email to:thiagoalencarcopy@gmail.com🖥️For private classes, fill out this form:https://forms.gle/UpQKkkheuwhhZHtx7📖50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook📝FREE Study Plan (Template):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/study-plan📱Follow me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teacher.thiagoalencar/In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of perfectionism and its impact on our lives. Join Thiago Alencar from English with Thiago as we explore what perfectionism is, where it comes from, and how it can affect your English learning journey and overall well-being.Thiago shares his personal thoughts and opinions on perfectionism, emphasizing that he's not a mental health expert but rather an English teacher offering insights for intermediate and advanced English learners. This conversation is designed to help you practice English by reflecting on the topic and expressing your own opinions.Key questions we address in this episode:- What is perfectionism? How would you define it in your own words?- What's the line between perfectionism and a healthy amount of inspiration and motivation?- Where does perfectionism stem from?- How can perfectionism negatively impact an individual (wreak havoc)?Vocabulary and expressions covered in this episode include:PerfectionismSelf-compassionUnattainable goalsUnrealistic standardsStrive forWreak havocStepping stoneAcknowledgeArisePronunciationConnected speech patternsIf you're an English learner looking to improve your communication skills, pronunciation, and overall fluency, this episode is for you! Don't forget to subscribe to English with Thiago for more valuable English lessons and conversations.Email: hello.teacherthiago@gmail.comSpeakpipe: speakpipe.com/englishwiththiago#EnglishWithThiago #EnglishLearning #LearnEnglish #Perfectionism #EnglishVocabulary #EnglishPronunciation #CommunicationSkills #EnglishTips #SelfCompassion #Motivation #Inspiration #Podcast #YouTube #ThiagoAlencar #TheSoundsOfEnglish #ConversationClub00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:47 Understanding Perfectionism02:57 Reflecting on Perfectionism06:49 Impact of Perfectionism08:21 Characteristics of Perfectionists15:27 Types of Perfectionists19:12 Tips to Overcome Perfectionism25:06 Learner's Corner: Building Sentences in English30:42 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsBooks I Recommend:Basic Grammar:https://amzn.to/3VXyg2uIntermediate Grammar:https://amzn.to/4aJvySDAdvanced Grammar:https://amzn.to/4askkC9B2 Prep Coursebook:https://amzn.to/49t4ndxC1 Prep Coursebook:https://amzn.to/3U9AH0KC2 Prep Coursebook:https://amzn.to/4askqtvEnglish Pronunciation for Brazilians:https://amzn.to/4cNAFTCPhrasal Verbs Dictionary:https://amzn.to/3U7n42eIdioms Dictionary:https://amzn.to/4aLmqwDIELTS Prep:https://amzn.to/3xDvZPSTOEFL Prep:https://amzn.to/3JbTvWY