The article discusses how perfectionism can obstruct progress by focusing too heavily on achieving ideal outcomes, which is seldom possible. The author reflects on personal experiences, highlighting the significance of taking small steps to combat this tendency. It emphasizes that growth often involves overcoming imperfections and embracing authenticity. Moreover, it cautions against comparing one’s unfinished work with polished results from others, reminding us that every creative process involves challenges and errors that aren't always visible in the final product.
I struggle to access flow states, get bogged down in obsessive research, planning and redrafting, and am much more analytical and perfectionist. My progress is slow and painstaking, like slogging through miles of mud.
Perfectionism often holds us back from making progress, as we become overly focused on getting everything just right and overlook the value of incremental progress.
When we compare our 'less than' work with the polished outputs of others, we fail to appreciate the struggles that shaped those creations.
Embracing imperfection and authenticity can help us overcome our fears of not being perfect, allowing for growth and genuine creative expression.
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