Overcome perfectionism by taking imperfect action from "summary" of Start Finishing by Charlie Gilkey
Perfectionism is a sneaky thief. It steals our time, energy, and confidence, all while whispering sweet promises of excellence and success. It convinces us that if we just wait a little longer, work a little harder, and get everything just right, we'll finally be ready to share our work with the world. But the truth is, perfectionism is a trap - a never-ending cycle of self-doubt and procrastination that keeps us stuck in a perpetual state of "not quite ready."The antidote to perfectionism is imperfect action. It's the willingness to embrace the messy, imperfect process of creation and take the leap before we feel completely ready. It's about recognizing that perfection is an illusion - a mirage that will always be just out of reach. When we let go of our need for perfection and instead focus on making progress, we free ourselves from the paralyzing grip of perfectionism and open ourselves up to a world of possibility.
Imperfect action is not about settling for mediocrity or cutting corners. It's about understanding that progress is more important than perfection, and that taking imperfect action is often the best way to move forward. It's about getting comfortable with discomfort, embracing failure as a necessary step on the path to success, and learning to trust in our ability to course correct as we go.
When we take imperfect action, we give ourselves permission to be human - to make mistakes, learn from them, and keep moving forward. We let go of the need to have everything figured out before we begin, and instead trust in our ability to figure things out as we go. We stop waiting for the perfect moment to start and instead seize the imperfect moments that are available to us right now.
So, the next time perfectionism starts whispering in your ear, telling you that you're not ready or good enough, remember this: perfection is overrated, progress is priceless, and the only way to truly start finishing is to embrace the messy, imperfect journey of creation. Take imperfect action, and watch as the magic unfolds.
