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.
Celeste, I appreciate the connection between Willard's reflections and Fenelon's words. Fantastic insight and spot on. Thanks for taking the time to read and share. By the way, how is the Desert Fathers project coming along? Any progress or insights gathered?
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.
Celeste, I appreciate the connection between Willard's reflections and Fenelon's words. Fantastic insight and spot on. Thanks for taking the time to read and share. By the way, how is the Desert Fathers project coming along? Any progress or insights gathered?
I will send you an update; the response is too lengthy for here.