Redefining Perfection: Embracing Growth

What is Perfection?

By Violette Blue, 13.08.25

What does perfect really mean? It’s a question that trips us up because perfection feels so personal—what’s perfect for one person might feel totally different to someone else. But if something or someone were truly perfect, wouldn’t that mean there’s no room for mistakes? Yet, even figures like Lucifer, often called the “morning star” and said to be created perfect, ended up falling short. So why is that?

Let’s bring this down to earth and think about us—smart, educated people who pride ourselves on our intelligence. We stumble and fail too. Or take office workers with years of experience, relying on complex software to get their jobs done. Those programs aren’t flawless because humans have to anticipate every possibility, and sometimes things slip through the cracks. What does this say about perfection?

Is perfection about being the absolute best at everything, a jack-of-all-trades who can handle any challenge? Or is it about mastering a few things and accepting we can’t be great at it all? Life isn’t one-dimensional. It’s layered and full of twists and turns. Our talents and skills spread out in all sorts of directions. Trying to fit ourselves into one narrow idea of perfection is like planting a seed in concrete—there’s no room to grow, no life.

Real perfection isn’t fixed. It’s a moving target that shifts as we face new challenges, learn new things, and adapt our thinking. It’s about staying flexible, curious, and open to change. That’s the kind of perfection that doesn’t fade; it keeps evolving, pushing us forward.

So here’s the truth: perfection isn’t about being flawless. It’s about adapting, learning, and moving with the flow of life. That’s the kind of perfect that really lasts.

Chasing perfection to check off all the boxes can trap us in endless loops, pushing a task or goal without ever letting it be done. There’s a saying that nails this: “Done is better than perfect.” Even artists, after the last brushstroke, can obsess over flaws, struggling to let their work rest. But perfection shouldn’t be a wall that stops us—it should be a bridge helping us grow and move ahead.

Sometimes, saying things like “This is good for now, and we can build on it,” or “Let’s see where this takes us,” opens the door to growth instead of shutting it. These words allow us to accept imperfection while still reaching higher, balancing progress with patience. Funny enough, the word “perfect” itself can become a block, turning our goals into dreams left unfinished.

Then there are those who find joy in the small things, content with what they have. Their quiet gratitude reminds us that sometimes, “good enough” is exactly what we need to feel whole. Holding onto that gratitude might just be the real secret to peace in a world obsessed with perfection.

Here’s a little encouragement for you:

I am made perfect the way I am.
I am learning to become the best version of myself.
I am achieving.
I am becoming.
I embrace my journey, with all its ups and downs.
I grow stronger with every challenge.
I find beauty in imperfection.

Remember, perfection isn’t a final destination—it’s a path. So take a deep breath and trust that you’re exactly where you need to be. Keep moving forward, keep becoming. You’ve got this.