Recently I wrote a small piece on the burden of perfectionism. With it I included a quote from Dallas Willard: “And then there are the pure in heart, the ones for whom nothing is good enough, not even themselves. (Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.). These are the perfectionist. They are a pain to everyone, themselves most of all.” Then to read Fenelon! He states the burden concisely. Quite sobering. Thanks for sharing this at this time. It helps.
As someone who has struggled with idealism and perfectionism with myself and others, I certainly agree that self is the greatest of crosses to bear. Learning to step outside my own ideas of myself and outside of the insistent ego has been my saving grace.
This met me right where I’m at this morning. I’ve been reflecting on God’s long-suffering, and ironically being frustrated that I’m not with myself, my journey. 😉
I love the quote from St. John Climacus - it served to reorient my heart today! Yes to looking forward at the goodness and growth that’s yet to come through the lens of God’s love and grace!
Recently I wrote a small piece on the burden of perfectionism. With it I included a quote from Dallas Willard: “And then there are the pure in heart, the ones for whom nothing is good enough, not even themselves. (Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.). These are the perfectionist. They are a pain to everyone, themselves most of all.” Then to read Fenelon! He states the burden concisely. Quite sobering. Thanks for sharing this at this time. It helps.
As someone who has struggled with idealism and perfectionism with myself and others, I certainly agree that self is the greatest of crosses to bear. Learning to step outside my own ideas of myself and outside of the insistent ego has been my saving grace.
Love this excerpt! So helpful.
This met me right where I’m at this morning. I’ve been reflecting on God’s long-suffering, and ironically being frustrated that I’m not with myself, my journey. 😉
I love the quote from St. John Climacus - it served to reorient my heart today! Yes to looking forward at the goodness and growth that’s yet to come through the lens of God’s love and grace!