An easy step you can take to overcome perfectionism is to observe yourself and recognize when your mind is desiring to do something perfect. I've noticed this takes a lot of patience with myself, but the key is to make a habit of noticing when it is that you feel most stressed out during the day due to perfectionism.
Once you recognize these thoughts and really observe what's going on during these moments, you can really get a grasp on what's triggering your perfection. Whether it be cleaning your house, making a meal, planning a party or perhaps closing a deal at work, all of these situations can be pretty stressful to the perfectionist. But the key is to observe when it is that really gets you frustrated, and make note of it. The more you observe yourself and get a grip on when these moments occur, the more you learn. You'll begin to see patterns and then you can take action on them. The point is, once you notice these patterns you can then start to control them and break free from them.
My advice is that you start writing down these moments. Keep a journal. Do whatever it takes to start observing when and where your perfectionism starts taking over your mind.
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