Everything Happens with Kate Bowler Giving Up on Perfect
Feb 15, 2022
Kate Bowler explores the challenges of striving for perfection in a world battling post-pandemic fatigue. She emphasizes that transformation is possible, even if perfection isn’t. The phrase 'Good Enough' emerges as a light-hearted permission slip for embracing imperfection. Through personal stories, including an insightful reflection on contentment from her grandfather, she contrasts fleeting desires with the importance of finding joy in small moments. Ultimately, she offers a blessing for gratitude and presence, encouraging listeners to celebrate the life they have.
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Perfection vs. Possible Change
- Perfection is impossible but transformation is possible if we choose it each day.
- Kate Bowler argues small, persistent change builds a life that is never perfect but can be good enough.
Use 'Good Enough' As Permission
- Embrace the phrase "Good enough" as a permission slip to stop chasing perfection.
- Use it to relieve pressure and accept being human within relationships and daily life.
Grandpa's Dead Sea And Dance Land
- Kate Bowler recounts her grandpa's favorite place, the 'Dead Sea of Canada' at Manitou Lake.
- He floated in the saltwater and danced at Dance Land, showing contentment in small, local pleasures.
