Pursuit Of Perfection Quotes

Perfectionism is not a quest for the best. It is a pursuit of the worst in ourselves, the part that tells us that nothing we do will ever be good enough – that we should try again.

I am not a perfectionist, but still I seek perfection. I am not a great romantic, but yet I yearn 4 affection

I think perfection is ugly. Somewhere in the things humans make, I want to see scars, failure, disorder, distortion.

Look what you can become in pursuit of what you want, and look out for what you become in the pursuit of what you want–don’t compromise!

The pursuit of perfection is frustrating and a waste of time, because nothing is ever perfect.
The pursuit of excellence is commendable and worthwhile. Therefore strive for excellence not perfection.

I’m pretty aware that the pursuit of perfection is, inherently, a flawed concept.

A line I like to use is, “Every day is training. Every day of life is a pursuit of perfection.”

The pursuit of perfection always implies a definite aristocracy, which is as much a goal of effort as a noble philosophy, an august civil polity or a great art.

Resolve to be thyself: and know that he who finds himself, loses his misery.

Fashion is the pursuit of perfection, Style is the acceptance of one’s flaws.

And, more importantly, reach for the stars. And realize that it is never too late – not now, not ever – for you to pursue your passion, your pursuit of perfection. And most importantly, your perseverance for making it happen.

Some people strive for perfection, but I often find perfection boring

Strive for perfection in everything. Take the best that exists and make it better. If it doesn’t exist, create it. Accept nothing nearly right or good enough

The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.

The pursuit of perfection, then, is the pursuit of sweetness and light…. He who works for sweetness and light united, works to make reason and the will of God prevail.

It’s called the pursuit of perfection. The pursuit is the idea that you’ll never be perfect in gymnastics but you can continue to pursue it as long as you’re doing it. I don’t think it’s possible to be perfect in gymnastics. It’s just one of those sports that you’re always trying to improve and pursue that perfection.

The pursuit of excellence is gratifying and healthy. The pursuit of perfection is frustrating, neurotic, and a terrible waste of time.

Your job is not to be perfect, your job is only to be human.

Indiscriminate pursuit of perfection infallibly leads to mediocrity.

Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.

Creativity is often blocked by trying to be perfect. Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.

The relentless pursuit of perfection has been my problem over the years. It’s maybe held me back.

Nobody is perfect, so get over the fear of being or doing everything perfectly. Besides perfect is boring.

The Holy Bible is like a mirror before our mind’s eye. In it we see our inner face. From the Scriptures we can learn our spiritual deformities and beauties. And there too we discover the progress we are making and how far we are from perfection.

Humor has justly been regarded as the finest perfection of poetic genius.

To live is to change, and to be perfect is to have changed often.

It’s never too late – not now, not ever – for you to pursue your passion.

And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good.

Remember this: No one is looking at your imperfections; they’re all too busy worrying about their own.

I’m in pursuit of what cannot be achieved: perfection.

Strive for excellence, not perfection.

Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.