#16: The Perfection Trap: Why Seeking Perfection in Your Art Can Hold You Back

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In this episode, Mama Judy and I (Jill) are diving deep into the challenges of perfectionism in the realm of creativity.

If you’ve struggled with perfectionism, you know it can take serious hold of your creativity and imagination – acting like a brake – stripping away the joy, spontaneity, and natural flow that fuels the artistic spirit.

We talk about the fact that true growth in any art form is a journey, and reaching a point of perceived perfection leaves no room for evolution.

We also touch on the difference between the healthy pursuit of excellence and the stifling weight of setting impossibly high standards, and what that looks like.

And for anyone really struggling with this mental block, Mama Judy and I offer a challenge to you… one we hope will set you free from the constraints of perfectionism.

We hope you enjoy today’s chat!

A few of our past episodes mentioned in this episode:

#11: How to Enrich Your Imagination to Fuel Your Creativity
#8: Art Can Heal Part 1 (Where Mama Judy and I share our stories)
#9: Art Can Heal Part 2: An Interview with Val Vaganek
#15: The Power of Commitment in Your Art Practice: Exploring Dedication, Balance, and Freedom