Feel like you're an awful hostess and vow to never do it again.

Aiming for perfection this Christmas could end up doing you more harm than good

Planning the festivities keeping you up at night? You're not alone - 28%* of Brits feel the pressure to have the perfect' Christmas. But, while we might think perfectionism is a good thing, it's a trait that can lead to negative self-talk, excessive worry and difficulties with relationships. Research** also shows that always striving to be better is associated with anxiety and depression. Think you might be a perfectionist? Take our test (below) to discover how it could be affecting your life and then read on for our expert tips.

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1 You promised your grandchild a specific gift, but it’s sold out everywhere. Do you?