I'm completely opposite, when I was younger I never cared about standards or how I appeared to anyone then once I joined the military I just took a complete turn for a huge change. Now, all I do is aim for perfection and it brings alot of attention to me because the higher ups know I will get things done to the best of my ability. However, its really taking a toll on my life and I feel like I'm stretching myself out too much.
Can someone please help me?
Amandaof MD7:54AM February 26, 2010
Michael, not only does accepting that you are less than perfect make life a lot less stressful, it also opens the door to a lot more potential. The less we're worried about doing things perfectly, the more we're willing to take risks.
It's wild what a positive impact setting lower (i.e., actually realistic) standards can have. Glad you discovered that first-hand.
Curt Rosengrenof WA12:32PM July 27, 2009
I think my whole childhood was impacted by this type of thinking, as I've always been extremely perfectionistic. It's only in the last few years that I've finally grown in self-confidence as I set slightly lower standards for myself, instead of the impossibilities I once aimed for. I think it's a transition a lot of people have to go through as they mature. And accepting you are less than perfect makes life a lot less stressful.
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