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Stop Looking for the Perfect Job

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The Importance of Balance in Work

In the mid-20th century, a British man named Winakot observed the rise of helicopter parenting and the pressure for perfection. He proposed the idea of good enough parenting, which values imperfection and allows children to experience negative emotions. Similarly, taking a good enough approach to work can prevent losing oneself in professional successes and failures. While work can provide identity, meaning, and community, it should not be the sole source of self-worth.

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