Action Over Perfection: The Secret to Growing Your Confidence✨
- Phoenix Thrive
- Oct 24
- 2 min read
Many of us hold ourselves back because we're waiting for the "perfect moment" to act - either when we feel more qualified, more ready or more confident. But here's the truth: perfection is not reality and confidence does not magically appear before you act. It is built through action. The more you do, the more capable you become and over time, the competence naturally turns into confidence.
Choosing action over perfection means giving yourself permission to show up, try and learn, even if it's messy at first. Every step you take moves you closer to your goal, while waiting for "perfect" keeps you stuck in the same place.
3 Tips for Choosing Action Over Perfection
Start Small & Build Momentum - Confidence grows from experience, not from endless planning. Instead of focusing on the big picture, break your goals into small, manageable steps. For example, if public speaking feels scary, start by sharing your opinions in a small group before aiming for a large audience.
Reframe Failure as Feedback - Every action you take provides valuable lessons, even if it doesn’t go as planned. Instead of seeing mistakes as proof that you’re not good enough, view them as opportunities to grow. Ask yourself: What did this teach me? How can I do it differently next time?
Set Progress Goals, Not Perfection Goals - Perfection sets you up for disappointment. But progress is empowering. Focus on showing up consistently rather than doing things flawlessly. Over time, these small acts of progress stack up into mastery.
Some Actionable Steps You Can Take Today:
Write down one thing you've been avoiding because you're waiting for the "perfect time." Take one small action towards it today!
Replace your "i'm not ready" thoughts with "I'm ready to learn." This shift opens the door to growth.
Celebrate every action you take, no matter how small. It is proof you're moving forward.
"The only wrong move is not moving at all."
Resources
📖 “The Confidence Gap” by Russ Harris – A practical guide on taking action despite fear and self-doubt.
📖 “Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway” by Susan Jeffers – A classic that shows how fear shrinks when you move forward anyway (a great read!)
🌐 Website: Tiny Buddha (www.tinybuddha.com) – A collection of articles and tools that encourage imperfect action, self-growth and resilience.
Confidence isn’t waiting for you on the other side of perfection, it’s built step by step as you take action, learn and grow. The next time fear or doubt whispers that you’re not ready, remember this: progress is more powerful than perfection.
Remember: Every garden begins with one seed.
You've got this! 🧡
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