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Hi there,
How is it the end of February already? I feel like the time is flying by. I’m still looking for a job, so if you know anyone who is looking for a skilled, mid-level SEO specialist, feel free to mention me casually.
Table of contents
- Visual prompt
- This week’s article
- More from Writeropolis Media
- Final thoughts
Visual prompt
Time to get writing! What does this picture evoke for you? Write about it, and if you’re so inclined, email me back and let me know if anything came out of it.
How to stop being a perfectionist, because you don’t need to be
Perfectionism is a curse that only causes you to work more than you need to. These tips and tricks will help alleviate the stress and pain caused by striving to be nothing less than perfect.
- Identify your “why”: First, ask yourself why you need to be perfect at everything you do. Maybe you want to impress your boss, or your family relies on you and one mess-up means a missed bill. Start to pay attention to the things you think about and focus on when you start to over-analyze and stress.
- Outline expectations: Make a list of what is expected from you. Highlight if they’re your expectations, expectations from others, or assumptions. In other words, you don’t need to do more than what is expected of you to get a passing grade, and the extra work you do doesn’t mean you’ll get extra credit either.
- Ask if you’re being realistic: Search your mind and heart and ask yourself whether you’re legitimately realistic. Is this something you would expect from others without a bonus or some kind of perk for finishing the work?
- Lower expectations: Perfectionists often have high expectations and think others can achieve about anything. This isn’t the case. Anytime you approach a task like this, highlight the unreasonable expectations and work to eliminate them.
In the end, perfectionism is based on your perception of what it is. You’ll be chasing unattainable goals with everything that you do. The less you expect absolute perfection, the happier you will be.
Next time, I’ll share tips on how to complete unenjoyable tasks.
More from Writeropolis Media
I walked the world for you, babe, a thousand miles with you
If you feel like it, email me back and tell me your favorite character from “A Song of Ice and Fire.” I’m partial to the Targaryens, even from far back as Aegon’s Conquest. I live for the day that we might eventually see Visenya, her wielding Dark Sister, and riding Vhagar in a baby Westeros on the small screen. *fangirl squeal*
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