Perfectionism isn’t about “high standards.”
It’s about avoiding mistakes so you don’t risk judgment.
The cost?
- Avoiding new opportunities
- Overworking small tasks
- Losing joy in creating
When you choose imperfect action, you’re choosing nervous system growth.
You’re teaching your body: “It’s safe to be seen as I am.”
Your action today:
Do one thing “badly on purpose” — a rough draft, a messy note, a casual selfie.
Post in the comments how it felt.
Inside CORE, we’re running the Messy Action Challenge to dismantle perfectionism at the body level.