Toxic Striving

External influences like social media, wellness culture, and hustle culture pressure us to strive toward unrealistic goals that leave us feeling anxious, burned out, and like we're never enough. In this groundbreaking book, clinical psychologist Paula Freedman guides readers to move beyond toxic striving--the relentless pursuit of perfection, societal ideals, and external validation at the expense of their physical, mental, and emotional health--and instead turn inward for guidance. Using the skills outlined in this timely guide, readers will gain the insight needed to reconnect with their true values, reclaim their mental health, and live by their own rules.