In this engaging discussion, the host encourages listeners to lower their standards, not due to inadequacy, but to combat the paralysis caused by perfectionism. The conversation highlights the difference between having high standards and being stifled by fear. Listeners learn that it's okay to release work that isn't perfect and that embracing authenticity can foster creativity. The host offers fresh perspectives on progress, emphasizing the importance of growth over flawless achievements.
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Lower Bar to Beat Perfectionism
Lower the bar to overcome perfectionism that stalls your progress.
Avoid comparing your beginner stage to others' polished final stages to maintain momentum.
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Website Refresh Anecdote
Myleik updated her website using simple clothes and no stylist to reflect her current stage.
She embraced being a beginner and allowed her brand to evolve naturally over time.
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True Meaning of High Standards
High standards involve intention and care without demanding perfection.
True standards allow growth and acknowledge work evolves instead of causing paralysis.
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In *The Creative Act: A Way of Being*, Rick Rubin distills the wisdom he has gained from a lifetime of working with artists across various genres. The book is not just about music production but about the broader creative process and how it applies to everyone's life. Rubin emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with a state of innocence, being aware of the world, and tapping into what he calls 'Source'—an infinite and constant flow of ideas and inspiration. The book is structured around 78 areas of thought, providing practical wisdom, philosophical insights, and encouragement for anyone seeking to enhance their creative expression.
This week, I’m inviting you to lower the bar—not because you’re incapable, but because perfectionism is stalling your progress. I’m breaking down the difference between high standards and paralysis, why “good enough” matters, and how showing up honestly (even in process) is what moves you forward.
In This Episode:
Why perfectionism is fear in a Gucci belt :)
The difference between high standards and creative paralysis
What it really means to “lower the bar” without lowering your vision
How to release your work even when it’s still “working”
A new definition of progress you can actually feel good about
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