Your 8-year-old’s perfectionism isn’t just a personality trait. It’s often a signal from their nervous system, a way to feel in control when everything else feels uncertain. If they melt down over small mistakes, rip up their artwork when it isn’t “just right,” or avoid trying new things unless they’re sure they’ll succeed. That’s not about being dramatic. It’s about emotional safety. Perfectionism is often rooted in fear: 😟 Fear of failure 😔 Fear of not being enough 😬 Fear of letting someone down What they need isn’t more pressure to “get it right.” What they need is support to feel safe when they get it wrong. 💬 Comment: BOOK to preorder Big Kids, Bigger Feelings and get tools to help your child navigate perfectionism, pressure, and big emotional spirals—with connection at the center. #BigKidsBiggerFeelings #SeedAndSew #PerfectionismInKids #MiddleChildhoodMatters #ParentingSupport #EmotionalIntelligence #CoRegulation #ChildDevelopment #AlyssaBlaskCampbell