The pursuit of perfection is a kind of prison. As a psychotherapist, I know how it can drain a person’s world of colour, light and spontaneity
When I was planning my wedding, I was absolutely determined not to get caught up in the “perfect day” of it all, and to have a relaxed, informal celebration. I more or less managed, and my husband and I ended up having a lovely time. But I can’t say the same for our honeymoon.
Perfectionism has a weird reputation; the only confessable “weakness” in a job interview, an eccentric character trait and the secret of Steve Jobs’ success.
Continue reading… The pursuit of perfection is a kind of prison. As a psychotherapist, I know how it can drain a person’s world of colour, light and spontaneityWhen I was planning my wedding, I was absolutely determined not to get caught up in the “perfect day” of it all, and to have a relaxed, informal celebration. I more or less managed, and my husband and I ended up having a lovely time. But I can’t say the same for our honeymoon.Perfectionism has a weird reputation; the only confessable “weakness” in a job interview, an eccentric character trait and the secret of Steve Jobs’ success. Continue reading… Happiness, Psychiatry, Life and style, Society, Weddings, Marriage, Family
