In my day-to-day life, I have noticed countless times of people (including myself) who struggle with doing something incorrectly or not doing it as well as others want us to.
And let me tell you the reality of the situation: being perfect does not exist.
You can try and try and try but there is no guarantee it will be perfect. And it should not be.
While I am not a perfectionist, I try my best. That is all people should expect from themselves or others.
The moment someone expects perfection is the moment people start to stress over tiny details and see errors that may not actually be there. It is almost like that feeling of looking at a word long enough that it no longer looks like a word.
People should definitely strive for the greatest they can be but not at the expense of their health or well-being.
I have been lucky with the professors I have had because most of them understood that students make mistakes. Others, unfortunately, did not have the same experience.
As a journalist, I know I am entering a very competitive career. I know mistakes are not allowed and are looked down upon (from what I have been told) but I will not let that tear me down. I am going to try my best and try to learn more.
That is what everyone should always be actively doing. People should constantly try to learn new aspects about the things they deal with daily whether it be for work or just for their everyday lives. Learning new things is always a highlight.
Do not let people tell you that you are not good enough. Do not let people tell you that your best is not your best (I have experienced that as well). Just do what you love and keep practicing.
