{"id":5935498,"date":"2016-01-10T00:00:16","date_gmt":"2016-01-10T08:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.californiapsychics.com\/?p=5935078"},"modified":"2016-05-18T12:18:29","modified_gmt":"2016-05-18T19:18:29","slug":"perfectionism-a-flawed-concept","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.californiapsychics.com\/blog\/mind-body-spirit\/perfectionism-a-flawed-concept.html","title":{"rendered":"Perfectionism: A Flawed Concept"},"content":{"rendered":"

You Don\u2019t Have to Be a 10!<\/h4>\n

Perfectionism, or the need to do something without flaw, might sound like a worthy achievement and something humans should strive for. However, what is perfect is not what is only normal, real or acceptable.<\/p>\n

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Falsified Perfection <\/b><\/p>\n

Beautiful celebrities adorn the covers of magazines, but they\u2019re airbrushed. They pitch diet programs and exercise routines they credit with helping them achieve their perfect looks. And television shows that feature plastic surgery want us to believe we can be perfect too. Perfection seems to be an achievement that we should strive for at all costs.<\/p>\n

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Exceeding Expectations <\/b><\/p>\n

We even see it at work and school. It\u2019s no longer about meeting expectations; now we must exceed expectations, whether it\u2019s working longer hours or getting a higher grade point average. And in our personal lives, we need more \u201clikes\u201d and \u201cshares\u201d on social media. But perfection is not practical for everyday life.<\/p>\n

The Cost of the High <\/b><\/p>\n

While being deemed perfect feels amazing in the moment, that high doesn\u2019t come without a cost. As the saying goes, \u201cThe higher they climb, the harder they fall,”and here\u2019s what leads to the fall: First, there is the stress and sacrifice that come with striving for perfection. It\u2019s all consuming. Then there is the life imbalance created by the desire to be perfect. Well-being is thrown to the wayside. Once success is achieved, there is the pressure to maintain that success. Then there is the fear of being dethroned by someone more successful. It\u2019s an uphill battle and that\u2019s because there will always be someone who is smarter, more attractive, stronger and younger waiting in the wings.<\/p>\n

Mistakes Will Be Made <\/b><\/p>\n

Even the perfectionist makes mistakes. And when they do, anger, fear and embarrassment sent in. These are all toxic feelings and they hurt your mental and physical health. So what is a highly driven person supposed to do?<\/p>\n

Be Excellent, Not Perfect <\/b><\/p>\n

Rather than needing to be perfect, consider finding joy and satisfaction in being excellent. Being excellent can be more rewarding and achievable than being perfect. It\u2019s also less stressful. If you strive for perfectionism, you set yourself up for failure. But striving for excellence allows you to enjoy the process of achieving a goal. Enjoy the journey, not the destination.<\/p>\n

The Work You Do <\/b><\/p>\n

Ultimately, life is about the work we do. Whether at work or play, we spend the majority of our time working towards a goal. If you tend to be a perfectionist, ask yourself, \u201cWhat do I like about what I\u2019m doing? If it took me twice as long to complete this goal, would I still want to pursue it?\u201d The answers to these questions can be the epiphanies you need to realign yourself with what is really important. When it comes to your goals, stop thinking about the finish line. You won\u2019t get there unless you concentrate on the race.<\/p>\n

Be Realistic, Be Happy <\/b><\/p>\n

Remember, you don\u2019t have to be a 10. An 8 is still exceptional and realistic. If you strive for excellence instead of perfection, you\u2019ll notice a decline in stress and self-doubt. Be happy, be content and be excellent!<\/p>\n

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