I love Dr. Brene Brown’s blog. She writes about her research on shame, guilt, courage, authenticity and related topics at Ordinary Courage. She also writes about her family, her adorable kids and her love for Texas, and does occasional wacky inspiration interviews and frequent TGIF (Trust Gratitude Inspiration Friday) posts.
Anyway, in honor of the launch of her new book, The Gifts of Imperfection, she’s invited us all to share in protesting perfection. To stand up and say, boldly and bravely, that being our best selves is not about being perfect, but rather about being authentic, messy and wholehearted.
So here’s my perfect protest sign – scribbled on the back of a piece of used computer paper. (Also note the flyaway hair, the lack of makeup and – though you can’t see them – my ripped jeans, my own ragged, beloved “traveling pants.”)
Won’t you join me in speaking out against the myth of perfection today? What would your sign say? (If you write your own sign and want to post a photo, you can also go to Brene’s site and leave a link to your site.)
Happy Love Thursday, all. May you find more freedom in authenticity today than you ever found in perfection.
cakes, tea and dreams 
Love this!
super cute picture, love your closing wish “May you find more freedom in authenticity today than you ever found in perfection.”
Excellent! I’m so inspired by your bravery!
Love this, Katie! I truly believe that our willingness to embrace our imperfections and share our vulnerabilities ultimately reveals not only our humanity but our true beauty as well. xo
You are gorgeous! 🙂 And it’s so true. When we’re busy living and doing, there’s no time for perfection!
I’m too busy celebrating all the connections I am making on this journey and all the things I am learning now, to wait until I get everything right. And then, what if I never get it perfect? Does that mean I will never be allowed to feel worthy or content or satisfied?
What would my sign say?
There is no such thing as Perfection, just courage, vulnerability and joy in our journey.
fabulous,
I want to always live with this in mind.
Katie, you should look for a children’s book called Ish by Peter H. Reynolds. It’s all about learning to let go of perfect and rejoice in glorious, beautiful imperfect.
yours is one of my favorite photos in Perfect Protest.
thank you for this post. it really made me think.
greetings from Poland.
Eliza