A Barrier to Starting: Pefection
We are being bombarded with messages that keep us chasing perfect. From our bodies to our kitchen cabinets. Our tails are spinning and our purpose is being robbed blind. The constant message of “mo” plays right into ”perfect's" hand.
Can you relate to any of the following?
-Analysis paralysis, aren't creating/doing enough, procrastination, tweaking, and redoing projects to no end
-Overpurchase of books, courses, and education. Overthinking and overasking for input
-Ignoring the fear of failure, rejection, and inadequacy and comparing your circumstances, giftings, vocation, or talents to those of others.
-The uncertainty of your identity in Christ or questioning the timing
The myth of PERFECTION can be wrapped up in any one of these.
What's funny about waiting for perfection is that you will never start or create unrealistic expectations of yourself and others. Two weeks ago, when I launched my coaching business, I had no foreknowledge or control over of when my daughter would come down with the flu. So what did I do? I tended to my daughter and my launch in all the best ways I knew how. It was good, and it was enough.
When we know who we are called to serve and embrace our unique giftings, we can work excellently without the pressure of perfection. When we silence the mantra for “more,” we can replace it with meaning.
Coaching Question:
Does seeking perfection over excellence keep you from starting?
Is there still a fear you need to be curious about?
Do you feel the opinions and expectations of others outweigh the Lord's opinion of you? This week, spend a few minutes remembering yourself. What were you like as a kid? Your joys and delights. Your favorite treats or toys as a toddler. Your favorite season or article of clothing. See yourself. Sit with the Holy Spirit and ask Him to help you see yourself fully and gently.
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