What wonderful words of wisdom and (self) compassion, Celeste! As a recovering perfectionist, I appreciate the reminder to be as kind with myself as I would be with a friend - it is especially timely for me right now.

I also love your stories about your upbringing, particularly about starting the 1958 Apache! With them, you also demonstrate another tool that helps me to be more compassionate with myself: humor. ;)

Thanks again for an excellent post - one I have bookmarked, and will be returning to when I need a boost of self-kindness!