What is the fear of past mistakes called?

Atelophobia is often referred to as perfectionism. And while it is considered extreme perfectionism, Dr. Gail Saltz, associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical College says more than that, it is a true irrational fear of making any mistake.

Why do I dwell on past mistakes?

Sometimes we ruminate on mistakes because they affect people we care about or those we are trying to impress. The collateral damage makes the blunder seem bigger than it actually is. To more objectively evaluate the impact of your error, think about whether those involved have moved on or forgotten about the issue.

Do you still have the chance to fix your mistakes?

You still have the chance, trust me. All you need is dedication. These are the most common ones that people commit. Listen, most of your mistakes that you committed from the past, if can be fixed, fix it. If not then leave it. Why should you worry about something that you can’t really change?

Is committedcommitment a scary word?

Commitment — either in relationships or life decisions — is a scary word for some people, and measures taken to combat the stigma attached to this word aren’t exactly supported by our surroundings.

What happens if you don’t think before you act?

Some people suffer physical trauma as a result of not thinking before they act. People lose friendships that never get amended, etc. However, the fact remains, regardless of what the situation was yesterday, life goes on if the act did… When I was younger, I used to be quite paranoid. Afraid of failure, afraid of letting my family down.

Why are some people ashamed of their pasts?

Some are ashamed of their poor financial condition, plagued with guilt about their irresponsible spending and debt. Others are ashamed about sexual sin from their past. Many carry extreme guilt with them into their future relationships.