When we work towards perfection we only see flaws. If we can just see what is then we can truly experience perfection.
This is something I witnessed the other day with my 3 1/2 yr old daughter. I wanted so badly for my daughter to wear something in particular that matched and looked cute. She had another idea that what she liked was a particular shirt and a pair of pants but they did not necessarily match. In her world it was all about what she liked regardless of the fashion police. For me, it was more about what she was going to look like to other people. Once I realized this, I was able to see how perfect the outfit she selected was. It was truly an expression of herself. It was not about looking good, but about what she wanted to wear.
How does this keep me in shape?
By seeing perfection in every aspect of your life, even just looking in the mirror you will start to relax and find the joy in life, rather than the flaws and problems that you keep looking for. This will bring you greater joy and ease in your relationships with others and even yourself. Keeping the mindset of everything is perfect as it is, will relieve a ton of stress in your life. You will stop trying to make things work (your way) you can release yourself from certain expectations and outcomes and be happy with what shows up.
Take Action:
Take a moment to stop and see the perfection that surrounds you. Starting with the environment you are in, the trees, the sky, the birds, the chair that supports you etc. It all works in perfect balance and it is effortless. To take even just one minute to notice this each day will make a difference in your stress levels.
