Perfectionists are motivated to make the absolute best choice — even when doing so isn't strictly necessary. This can lead to decision paralysis. ... But because of his self-imposed criteria, it takes him several weeks to choose what to purchase.

Are perfectionists indecisive?

According to this approach, perfectionism influences mental and somatic health through its close relationships with such cognitive characteristics as a high tendency to worry, rumination, and indecisiveness, resulting in higher stress and negative emotions (e.g., anxiety, shame, and guilt) experienced by perfectionists ...

What are the advantages of being a perfectionist?