You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson Picasso Wasn't Perfect: And THAT's Perfect (Heroic +1 #1,415)
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Feb 4, 2023 A lively take on Picasso’s messy genius and why perfectionism stalls creativity. Reflections on Maslow’s claim that humans are never perfect and what that means for personal growth. Questions about striving, action, and becoming more self-actualized. Practical pointers to move from theory to steady progress.
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Pursue Craft In Service To Something Bigger
- Do your best and aim to perfect your craft in service to something bigger than yourself.
- Brian Johnson uses Picasso's love of work and leisure and his prolific output as a model for heroic pursuit.
Greatness And Flaws Coexist
- There are no perfect human beings, yet greatness and significant flaws can coexist in the same person.
- Brian Johnson cites Maslow: self-actualizers can be creators and sages who also show irritating or selfish behavior at times.
Stop Expecting Human Perfection
- Avoid disillusionment by giving up illusions about human nature and accepting imperfection as normal.
- Brian Johnson urges listeners to pursue self-improvement despite inevitable flaws, framing perfectionism as neither realistic nor necessary.
