One of the things I find myself regularly chatting about with my clients, (and anyone else who will listen) is why it’s so important to give up trying to be perfect.
Perfectionism is the enemy of happiness as it is simply impossible to achieve. Pursuing perfection is a fast track to a constant sense of failure, disappointment, frustration and low self esteem. And, it’s a huge waste of energy.
A quick look at perfect on www.dictionary.com makes this abundantly clear:
Perfect -
- conforming absolutely to the description or definition of an ideal type
- excellent or complete beyond practical or theoretical improvement
- entirely without any flaws, defects, or shortcomings
I don’t know anyone who fits that description, do you?
A flaw or imperfection in a diamond or precious gem is called an inclusion. So rather than think of your flaws as problems that need to be resolved, think of them as your own personal inclusions… the things that make you unique.
Focus on being the best you can be and accept that while you may never be perfect, you can be brilliant in your own unique way.
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