Hello, fellow music makers! Welcome to another edition of the Media Composer Vault!
Let’s talk about a topic we all know too well: perfectionism. It’s the voice that whispers, “Just tweak this one more thing,” and before you know it, you’ve spent an entire week rearranging the same 12 bars of music. Sound familiar? Yeah, me too. Today, we’ll be diving into why all of us go through this and how to overcome it.
Without wasting any time, let’s crack open the Vault and uncover some gems!
The Perfectionism Paradox
Here’s the kicker: perfectionism isn’t all bad. It pushes us to grow, to try harder, to level up. But—and this is a big but—it also loves to throw us off track. Instead of moving forward, we end up chasing a never-ending idea of “flawless,” which, spoiler alert, doesn’t exist.
Embracing Imperfection
This might sting a bit: not everything you create will be a masterpiece. (Ouch, I know.) But that’s okay. Not every song, painting, or project needs to be a grand slam. Sometimes, just getting it out there is enough. After all, isn’t “done” better than “perfect”?
I’ve even got a mantra for it: Perfectly Imperfect. It’s my way of reminding myself that it’s okay if my work isn’t flawless. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s growth.
A Pro Tip for Your Creative Process
Here’s something that really helped me stop wrestling with perfectionism:
When you think a piece is done, stop. Step away, reflect, and jot down what you’d tweak next time. Then, move on. Apply those lessons to your next project instead of spending forever refining this one.
Why? Because you’ll learn way more creating five pieces in a week than obsessing over one for the same amount of time. Growth doesn’t come from perfection; it comes from practice.
Final Thoughts (and a Little Tough Love)
Even your favourite artists don’t think their work is perfect. Crazy, right? But they keep creating anyway. They’ve learned to let go, embrace imperfection, and keep the music flowing.
So, next time you’re tempted to nitpick every note, remember: progress beats perfection. Now go make something awesome—and let it be perfectly imperfect. 🎶
Wrapping It Up
At the end of the day, I’m here because I care about helping fellow creatives like you. I’ve been in the trenches of perfectionism, and I know how tough it can be to let go and keep moving forward. If you’re feeling stuck or need a little more guidance, I’m just an email away. Seriously, don’t hesitate to reach out—I’d love to hear from you and help however I can.
Here’s to embracing imperfection and making magic anyway! 🎶
Keep Composing,
-Theo
BEFORE YOU GO…
Below I’ve attached a video on more tips to overcome perfectionism, should you need it :)