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Sep 14, 2010
"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." --Michael Jordan
Embracing Imperfection
Sometimes, things need to be just so. Most of the time though, good (not great) is good enough. This doesn't mean you are settling for second best or short-changing yourself. You're being realistic, because people are imperfect. At the Association of Psychological Science Convention this year, one of the most compelling studies came from Prem Fry, PhD, professor of psychology at Trinity Western University. Her study of older adults found a 51 percent reduced life expectancy for perfectionists over non-perfectionists. Our worlds are fraught with imperfections, but instead of worrying over them, try embracing them instead!
BE THE CHANGE
When does perfectionism get in the way of acceptance? As the author suggests, "embrace the fantastic plethora of imperfection around you" -- and within you.
