The idea that it’s possible not to make mistakes and to be perfect is a myth. We’re never going to be perfect. Our pursuits should aim at progress and not just the results.
We polarize the results of our actions into either positive extreme or negative extreme; it’s either all or nothing. This attitude is a cause of our disappointment and prevents us from starting anything new as we’re afraid it won’t be perfect.
Start somewhere. Be patient, reset your expectations, and don’t let perfection be the enemy of action.
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