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How I overcame perfectionism
The pursuit of perfection leads to paralysis, but seeking progress leads to purpose. Consciously decide to value your progress over perfection. Focusing on excellence is healthy; pursuing perfection is not.
The pursuit of perfection leads to paralysis, but seeking progress leads to purpose. Consciously decide to value your progress over perfection. Focusing on excellence is healthy; pursuing perfection is not.
I am a recovering perfectionist, paired with a lifelong struggle of laziness: if I am going to do something, I want to do it extremely well or not at all.
Have you noticed how many people use the word “perfect” these days when they don’t mean “perfect” at all?