anti-perfectionism
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anti-perfectionism
“If there is such a thing as human perfection, it seems to emerge precisely from how we handle the imperfection that is everywhere, especially our own.”
—Richard Rohr
—Richard Rohr
Steve Schlafman 🐌 • Tweet
Trying to get rid of your perfectionism is like trying to get rid of the wind by whacking it with a broom. Perfectionism is too powerful for an eradication approach. When you try to get rid of your perfectionism, all you’re doing is hemorrhaging energy at the opportunity cost of attending to your wellness.
Katherine Morgan Schafler • The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control
I’m reminded of two seemingly contradictory insights I came across in my research. The first was from a study of NIH grant applicants, which concluded that scientists who nearly missed out on grants early in their careers systematically outperformed their peers who received the grants over the long term. “Overall, these findings are consistent with
... See moreEvery • On the Value of Not Reaching Your Goals
The notion that “consistent, messy action breeds success” leaves a lot of room for error and can be daunting for perfectionists or those who aim to “do right” — but there’s unique upside to that form of error. Even though there’ll be occasional backlash that comes from messy action, (despite what they say) those who observe will subconsciously... See more
JULES • Tweet
People don't want you to be perfect. What they want is to feel connected with you.
Joe Hudson • Tweet
If algorithms delve into every corner of our lives until nothing inexplicable remains, the loss will be tremendous.