We all feel tension at times. We notice the space between the ideal we envision and the reality plunked down in our laps. The noticing creates a tightening, which then seeks an outlet for release. Feeling the tightening and seeking release is an everyday experience for perfectionists. Perfectionists live with a tension inside them that never goes away. Like a light that makes a sound when it’s on, you get used to the hum. Tension doesn’t always feel good, but there’s value in it. Tension energizes and stirs awareness. Tension catalyzes action. Tension makes everything more interesting. What we
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