- I check over simple math problems 3 times
- I still do addition and subtraction on my calculator to make sure my brain got it right
- I check skyward 3 times a day
- I will argue that one point on my test
- I find joy in organizing my binder
- I ask too many questions, even though I may already know the answer
- I am the last one to finish my test because I have reread every question and answer
- I make sure my handwriting is perfect for my notes
- I won't move on from a topic until I fully understand it
- I enjoy organizing the pantry and refrigerator
- I refuse to go to bed until all my homework is complete
- If there is a question of health or homework, I choose homework
- I have to get reassurance that what I'm doing is right (assignment, following directions, etc)
- sometimes I ask the same question multiple times just to make sure I understand something
- I get straight A's
- Life will end If I get an A- or lower
- I procrastinate
- I tend to write too much just to make sure my thoughts are fully on paper
- If there is a way to get above 100%, I will try it
- If I can't do something just right, I don't do it
- I will reshovel the driveway to get the edges of snow that were left
- I've pulled multiple all-nighters for school projects
- I've sent a research paper to each one of my family members and asked them to make edits
- I stay after school to ask teachers questions about the subject
- I like science because there is one and only one perfect answer
- I like math because there is one and only one perfect answer
- my fingernails are always perfectly clipped
- art is frustrating to me because I can't perfectly draw things (and because I take too long)
- My room has to be clean...always
- I will frequently organize and reorganize my clothes drawers
Sunday, December 4, 2011
here are some of the ways you could say I'm a perfectionist
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Aha! It makes so much sense, now.
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