Letting go of perfectionism and the need for control from "summary" of The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff
The Taoist approach is to accept the inevitable. Everything changes, whether we like it or not. Instead of trying to control every aspect of our lives, we should learn to go with the flow. When we let go of our need for perfection, we can embrace the natural way of things. Perfectionism can be a never-ending cycle. We set high standards for ourselves and others, only to be disappointed when things don't go according to plan. This constant striving for perfection can lead to stress and unhappiness. We need to learn to accept imperfection and see the beauty in the flawed. Trying to control every aspect of our lives is like trying to hold onto...
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