Simple Wisdom: “Perfection” is an illusion, so why worry about it?
“Perfection” is impossible to achieve, for it is based solely on an intellectualized idea of what we hope for in a situation. The minute this strays from our projection, we experience disappointment. So what is “perfection?” What is “perfect?”
These words are simply ideas. They have no intrinsic meaning or value. The quest for perfection will always dead end in disappointment. Save yourself this heartache by accepting things as they are. Develop criteria for what is acceptable and unacceptable based on your own value system and view things from within this range.
“Perfection” creates rigidity. Soften. Do not be so rigid. Allow for other ideas to influence your view and your attitude. “Perfection” dilutes. “Perfection” deteriorates. It is the erosion of the soul. Don’t seek it. Don’t thrive for it. Just be.
Be flexible in your idea of what “Perfect” is. Let it be a fluid concept. Don’t get too locked into one definition. Allow it to be a concept that gives you something to strive for to the extent that yo do try, but not so exact that it can never be change.
Remember, Not everybody is bound for glory or high accolades but this should in no way preclude them from striving to be the best that they can be. Some of us make tremendous differences in the lives of others without book deals or television appearances or calls from the president. The difference we make to others ripples outward and touches many- many untold and uncountable people.
We all, each of us, make a difference and we should take a moment here and there, now and then, to pat our own selves on the back and say “Thank you.” Say thank you to yourself to receive the appreciation that fuels our actions, and say thank you to the universe for the opportunity to contribute to the well being and evolution of the species.
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