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Strive for excellence, not perfection from "summary" of Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath
In a world that often demands flawless performance, it can be easy to fall into the trap of striving for perfection in everything we do. However, this relentless pursuit of perfection can actually hinder our progress and prevent us from achieving our full potential. Instead of fixating on achieving perfection, it is far more beneficial to focus on striving for excellence in everything we do. Perfection is an unrealistic and unattainable standard that can lead to feelings of frustration and inadequacy. When we constantly seek perfection, we set ourselves up for disappointment and failure, as we are unlikely to ever reach this unattainable goal. On the other hand, excellence is a more realistic and achievable standard that allows us to continually improve and grow. By aiming for excellence, we give ourselves permission to make mistakes and learn from them. Rather than viewing mistakes as failure...
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