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“See, this is why you should never try to be PERFECT. It ruins your life. And then it KILLS you. But try telling that to the Japanese.” quote by Ann Writes
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““See, this is why you should never try to be PERFECT. It ruins your life. And then it KILLS you. But try telling that to the Japanese.””

Ann Writes

About This Quote

Source Blog post: Ann Writes on perfectionism, 2018

Striving for perfection destroys life and can be fatal; cultural pressures, like those in Japan, intensify this danger.

In simple terms: Perfectionism harms health and life.

Key Takeaway

Embrace imperfection for wellbeing.

Themes

mental health culture perfectionism

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • creative fields
  • education
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What limits do you set on perfection?
  • How does culture shape your standards?
A Different Perspective

Perfectionism may be reinforced by societal expectations.

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