I am not striving for anything. I was merely defining an abstract state of perfection that would be impossible to achieve. And you are correct lakeshore – self-acceptance is the way to happiness – being comfortable and accepting in one’s own skin. Perfectionism is about fear, not excellence. Perfectionism is self-abuse.
“Understanding the difference between healthy striving and perfectionism is critical to laying down the shield and picking up your life. Research shows that perfectionism hampers success. In fact, it’s often the path to depression, anxiety, addiction, and life paralysis.” – Brené Brown
I have said this here before, and I will say it again:
If you are not all right the way you are, it takes a lot of effort to get better. So realise you are all right the way you are, and you will get better naturally.
