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Embrace imperfection from "summary" of A Short Guide to a Happy Life by Anna Quindlen
Life is messy. It doesn't always go according to plan. Things don't always turn out the way we want them to. But that's okay. Imperfection is a part of life, and we have to learn to accept it. We have to embrace it. Instead of striving for perfection, we should strive for contentment. We should learn to find joy in the imperfections, to see beauty in the flaws. When we embrace imperfection, we free ourselves from the burden of constantly trying to be perfect. We allow ourselves to be human, to make mistakes, to learn and grow from them. We learn to appreciate the uniqueness of each moment, to find happiness in the little things. We learn to let go of the need for control, to go with the flow and see where life takes us. Embracing imperfection doesn't mean settling for less than we deserve. It means accepting ourselves as we are, flaws and all. It means being kinder to ourselves, forgiving ourselves for our shortcomings. It means understanding that perfection is an illusion, and that true happiness comes from accepting ourselves and our lives just as they are. So let go of the need for perfection. Embrace the messiness of life. Find joy in the imperfections. And remember, it's okay to be imperfect. It's okay to be flawed. It's okay to be human.
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