Michael, not only does accepting that you are less than perfect make life a lot less stressful, it also opens the door to a lot more potential. The less we're worried about doing things perfectly, the more we're willing to take risks.
It's wild what a positive impact setting lower (i.e., actually realistic) standards can have. Glad you discovered that first-hand.
Curt Rosengren
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Jul 27, 2009 12:32:14 PM
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I think my whole childhood was impacted by this type of thinking, as I've always been extremely perfectionistic. It's only in the last few years that I've finally grown in self-confidence as I set slightly lower standards for myself, instead of the impossibilities I once aimed for. I think it's a transition a lot of people have to go through as they mature. And accepting you are less than perfect makes life a lot less stressful.
Curt Rosengren of WA @ Jul 27, 2009 12:32:14 PM
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