Achieving Effortless Perfection: How to Avoid the Trap

Unlock the secrets to avoid the trap of unrealistic expectations.

John R. Miles
ILLUMINATION
Published in
5 min readFeb 11, 2023

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A woman dressed as a superbeing who has fallen into the effortless perfection trap
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We live in a world where perfection is expected. Everyone is trying to portray effortless perfection everywhere we look, from the latest fashions to the perfect Instagram feeds.

But what does that really mean?

Is there such a thing as effortless perfection, or are we all just chasing an impossible dream?

In this article, I’ll explore what effortless perfection means and how you can avoid falling into the trap of unrealistic expectations. I’ll discuss the pitfalls of trying to achieve something seemingly unreachable and provide tips on recognizing when you’re heading down that path before it’s too late.

What is Effortless Perfection?

Effortless perfection is the idea that one can achieve a perfect result without putting in any effort. It implies that it’s possible to reach an ideal outcome with minimal or no work involved. The concept of…

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John R. Miles
ILLUMINATION

Award-winning author, Speaker, and Host of the #1 Passion Struck podcast. My mission is to guide you in becoming your best self. More at www.johnrmiles.com