A perfect world Quote by Joyce Meyer
“Strive for excellence, not perfection, because we don't live in a perfect world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Living Beyond Your Feelings, 2012
Striving for excellence focuses on continuous improvement, while perfection is unattainable and can cause paralysis.
In simple terms: Aim for excellence, not impossible perfection.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize growth over flawless outcomes.
Themes
self‑improvement
excellence
perfectionism
realism
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
self‑help
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal projects
- skill learning
Key Concepts
goal setting
mindset shift
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of your life could benefit from an excellence mindset?
- How can you measure improvement without obsessing over perfection?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can still hinder progress if not managed.
![“Achieve some perfection [excellence] yourself, so that you may not fall into sorrow by seeing the perfection in others.” quote by Rumi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/328/rumi-56_achieve_achieve-some-perfection-excellence-yours_1366995.jpg)
