My new favorite Quote

This is from the "Happiness Project" book I just finished. More info (see previous post). The author states "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good." What I tell myself and other is "Don't let the perfect ruin the good." This is a quote that once I heard I have thought about almost daily since. So often our expectations are so high, that if they aren't met then we deem something a failure. When often it is more the case that it is something really great we just have to perceive it differently. I have very expectations for myself and others, so often I disappoint myself or someone disappoints me. However this quote doesn't ring truer for me than when I am doing a project. I have a vision in my head and if it doesn't turn out perfect, I think "I guess I am just not cut out for this stuff." But often if I am not failing then I am not learning. I just had an unrealistic expectation for myself. I think this quote will help me see things in a more positive light and not only be more forgiving of others but of myself.