Getting back into it
Since I have fallen into a whirlwind of writing for other people and projects and loving it, writing for myself has fallen by the wayside. One month became two, and two quickly became four… these things happen. And because I have been putting it off for so long, a little longer didn’t feel that bad. It wasn’t until this morning when I received a bit of advice, “It doesn’t have to be perfect to be impactful…” that I realized that what I preach — to start small and embrace your perfections — applies to me right now at this moment, and always. Thank you for sending that perfectly impactful statement.
And I know this speaks to our habit forming because we all have experienced this. Whether it’s cooking at home, taking daily walks, going to the gym, or tending to your garden… any healthy (or non-healthy) habit can fade away without us even realizing it.
Starting small and embracing imperfections
Discovering that I’m a perfectionist is not something new, and it’s a trait I’ve been actively trying to work on since I’ve noticed that perfectionism can lead to self-sabotage. I bet most of you can fall into the perfectionist category, too. So, how do we break the habit of perfectionism? I’ll let you know if I find out, but here’s what I’ve vowed to do:
Ask more questions.
In my yoga practice, if I miss my flow or fall out of balance, greet it with a smile.
In my ceramics class, if clay falls off the wheel or a stroke isn’t perfect, learn from the mistake.
At work, tell someone if I’m unfamiliar with a concept instead of pretending to understand.
So, here we are, starting small as I love to advise others to do with a quick message to say hello and a helpful reminder to go little by little and embrace your imperfections along the way, whether you are working on losing weight, taking on a new career, or just trying to make dinner. We got this.
Final thoughts: Homemade pizza and fresh-cut flowers at home are just the best.
