Organizing Theory & Artistry
All this month, we have been discussing perfectionism, its advantages and its crippling effects when misapplied. Last week, I reviewed Dr. Alice Domar’s book, “Be Happy WIthout Being Perfect.” Today, I am discussing a book that road tests the opposite approach, “Be Happy By Being …
My wonderful sister-in-law sent a Valentine’s package including a delicious package of Dove chocolates. My husband opened a chocolate and said, “Why is there a quote from Martha Stewart on the wrapper?” “WHAT?!?” I said intrigued, being the person hyperfocused on Martha and perfectionism at …
When discussing perfectionism, it is hard not to talk about the Class A perfectionist, Martha Stewart. As I have some readers who are not from the United States who may not have heard of Martha Stewart, I will provide a brief introduction. Martha Stewart is …
It is a new month at Ruly and this month will focus on a demon to productivity and happiness . . . perfectionism. Perfectionism in small doses can be a good thing, pushing us to achieve and innovate. But perfectionism unchecked can be paralyzing, slowing …
Today in the United States is a day to honor and remember the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. In his 39 years, he lived a short but powerful life. By the age of 26, he had earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree, was married, …