Why Perfectionism in Creatives Is Not the Problem You Think It Is

Akshay Paatil

For years, creatives have been told to fight their perfectionism. To lower their standards, let go, and just produce. But what if perfectionism isn’t actually the problem?

If you’re questioning every detail of your work, noticing what’s missing, and feeling frustrated because you don’t know how to fix it, it’s easy to blame perfectionism. The truth is, that’s not perfectionism. That’s precision. That’s mastery.

Your eye is getting sharper. Your standards are rising. That isn’t something to suppress, it’s actually signs of growth.

When we treat perfectionism like a flaw, we miss its real message: This matters. Let’s get it right.

Inside my 1:1 Mentorship, I help creatives stop fighting their instincts and start working with them. Together, we build tools that honor your vision, sharpen your skills, and support you in creating sustainably.

Because your high standards aren’t the problem, they’re proof of your evolution.

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