Perfectionism is not a quest for the best. It is a pursuit of the worst in ourselves, the part that tells us that nothing we do will ever be good enough - that we should try again.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Perfectionism holds us back by telling us nothing is ever good enough.
- In plain terms
- Perfectionism makes you feel nothing you do is good enough.
- What can you take from it?
- Perfectionism hinders progress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you fear imperfection?
- What keeps you from starting?
Another view
High standards can drive improvement when not excessive.
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Growth is an erratic forward movement: two steps forward, one step back. Remember that and be very gentle with yourself.
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