The curse of perfectionism - what does it look like and how can we be free?

Katherine O’Neill explores the exhausting illusion of perfection in today’s filtered, fast-paced world, her invitation to let go of pressure and pursue love over performance feels especially timely, reminding us that we are most ‘perfect’ when we reflect God’s love, not the world’s ideals.

We live in a world where it almost seems possible to be perfect. On social media, everyone shows off their ‘perfect’ life; their happy families and lovely homes and dreamy holidays. You can be perfect – use filters! In the world of celebrities (sometimes unironically referred to as ‘idols’, though never truly recognised as such), it’s success after success, and each time they look so happy, confident, perfect.