Opinion

Perfectionism Can Paralyze Potential 

Over the years, I’ve recognized times when my desire to do something perfectly held me back from even trying to pursue a good idea. How many times have you felt paralyzed because you wondered whether you could do a good job—or even be perfect at it? Thinking you always have to be perfect can prevent you from reaching your true potential. Many of us never get out of the gate because we’re too afraid of failing, so we don’t even begin something we’ve been dreaming of for years.