Just one last check before submission. Or maybe another thorough review is in order?

Completing an assignment can take forever for perfectionists.

The boss only asked for a short list and is wondering what’s taking so long.

Meanwhile, the perfectionist is stressed for lack of time, polishing and re-polishing a detailed report that has stretched to several pages.

Perfectionism isn’t always a flaw. As with many things, the dose makes the poison.