"It's not the destination, it's the journey"
"Progress over perfection" emphasizes the need to value growth over flawless results. Perfection isn’t real, but progress is—and every step forward matters. Fear of mistakes can hold us back, but real learning happens through small, imperfect steps. Whether we’re tackling new skills, goals, or challenges, progress is what truly counts.
Progress Over Perfection
Many of us hesitate to start because we fear making mistakes, but every small step forward is a step toward improvement. Learning, adapting, and trying again are what truly lead to success. When we embrace progress, we build confidence, gain experience, and move closer to our goals—one step at a time.
"Progress Over Perfection to Achieve Your Dreams" is a YouTube video in which business leader and CEO Kate Volman highlights the importance of focusing on daily improvement, rather than striving for an unrealistic standard of perfection. The key message is that you can control progress by:
- Focusing on improving daily
- Being better today than you were yesterday
- Recognizing that nothing is ever perfect
- Empowering yourself to keep moving forward
3 Reasons to Choose Progress over Perfection
The article "3 Reasons to Choose Progress over Perfection" on Cosmico.org discusses the issues of striving for perfection and advocates for embracing progress as a more effective approach to personal and professional development. It presents several reasons to prioritize progress: such as boosting creativity, enhancing personal growth, and improving mental health and well being.
Should progress be valued, or is it all about the end result? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
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Win-Win Parenting: Child Safety, Autonomy, and Family Harmony
Parenting in today’s rapidly changing digital world can often feel like an overwhelming challenge, with new technologies, platforms, and trends emerging faster than ever. How can parents and caregivers effectively guide their children’s media use in a way that reduces conflict, fosters independence, and helps guard against the development of problematic or addictive media use?
Join Children and Screens for the first #AskTheExperts webinar of the Spring 2025 season, “Win-Win Parenting: Child Safety, Autonomy, and Family Harmony In the Digital Age,” on Wednesday, February 5, at 12pm ET. Led by moderator Elizabeth Milovidov, PhD, JD, founder of DigitalParentingCoach.com, a panel of child development and parenting experts will share research-backed insights and practical tips on how to promote child well-being, independence, and healthy digital media use while supporting connected family relationships.
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The SPAN Youth Chat
Join us virtually on February 5th from 4:15 to 5:00 PM. Join Jeremy Hayer as we explore how youth and young adults can turn their passions and creativity into thriving businesses.
We'll highlight inspiring stories of teens and young adults who have launched successful programs and companies, uncover resources designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, and showcase businesses founded by innovative young leaders.
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