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Let go of perfectionism from "summary" of Unfu*k Yourself by Gary John Bishop
Perfectionism is a pesky little idea that we hold onto because we think it protects us. We believe that if we can just get everything just right, then we will finally be happy and fulfilled. But the truth is, perfectionism is nothing but a trap that keeps us stuck in a cycle of never feeling good enough. It's a mirage that we chase after, always just out of reach. When we hold onto perfectionism, we are constantly setting ourselves up for failure. We create unrealistic expectations for ourselves and then beat ourselves up when we inevitably fall short. We spend so much time focusing on what we haven't achieved that we fail to appreciate all that we have accomplished. We become our own worst critics, tearing ourselves down instead of lifting ourselves up. Letting go of perfectionism doesn't mean giving up on our goals or settling for mediocrity. It means releasing ourselves from the impossible standards we have set for ourselves. It means accepting that we are human and that we will make mistakes. It means embracing our imperfections and seeing them as opportunities for growth and learning. When we let go of perfectionism, we free ourselves from the burden of constantly trying to measure up to some unattainable ideal. We allow ourselves to be imperfect, to make mistakes, and to learn from them. We give ourselves permission to be vulnerable, to take risks, and to grow. We shift our focus from what we lack to what we have, from what we can't do to what we can do. So, let go of perfectionism. Release yourself from its grip and open yourself up to the endless possibilities that come with embracing your imperfections. You are more than enough just as you are, flaws and all. Embrace your humanity, and watch as your life transforms in ways you never thought possible.
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