No, I really don't think. In theory I agree with you in most cases, but in practice I don't because my OCD-Imp doesn't. He demands that everything work perfectly and efficiently towards its own purpose, whatever that is. If I fail at something he doesn't let me forget it (stupid little things I did wrong when I was four bother me as much today if not more than they did when they occurred), and he certainly doesn't let me learn from it. He hounds me about it until I just give up and move on to something else, because I'm too paralyzed by the guilt and shame and fear to try that horrible thing that I messed up so badly before. So it's really, really important for me to be able to tell him that last year was not a serious attempt or I will fail every NaNo from here on out...it's just the way I am.
Sorry, that was rather depressing. XD *gives you a cookie to make up for it*
I am a frustrated perfectionist, and I used to be so incredibly hard on myself. I don't know if it is age, experience, or kindness that has allowed me to be less critical and more loving to myself.
Have you sought counseling to help rein in your OCD-Imp? He's a terrible companion to have to live with.
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Sorry, that was rather depressing. XD *gives you a cookie to make up for it*
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Have you sought counseling to help rein in your OCD-Imp? He's a terrible companion to have to live with.
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