Accepting imperfections is key to mental health and selfcompassion from "summary" of Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig
Imperfection is the default setting of humanity. We are flawed, messy, complex beings. Our imperfections are what make us unique, what make us human. But in a world that constantly bombards us with images of perfection, it can be easy to forget this fundamental truth. We are taught to strive for an unattainable ideal, to hide our imperfections, to be ashamed of our flaws.
But the truth is, imperfections are what make us who we are. They are what give us depth, character, resilience. They are what make us beautiful. When we accept our imperfections, when we embrace them as a natural part of being human, we open ourselves up to a world of self-compassion and mental well-being.
When we strive for perfection, we set ourselves up for failure. We create impossible standards that we can never meet, that only serve to make us feel inadequate and unworthy. But when we accept our imperfections, when we recognize them as a part of our humanity, we ...
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