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Perfection Quote by A.S. King

“If only you’d stop thinking there’s such a thing as perfect, then you’d feel a lot better about yourself.” quote by A.S. King
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““If only you’d stop thinking there’s such a thing as perfect, then you’d feel a lot better about yourself.””

A.S. King

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Writing Process, 2020

Perfectionism fuels self‑criticism; letting go of it improves self‑esteem and mental health.

In simple terms: Stop chasing perfection to feel better about yourself.

Key Takeaway

Release unrealistic standards.

Themes

self‑acceptance mental health growth

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

motivational self‑help

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • creative work
  • education
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

cognitive bias self‑compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does letting go of perfection affect your performance?
  • What steps help you practice self‑compassion?
A Different Perspective

Perfection can sometimes drive excellence, so balance is needed.

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