Monday, May 5, 2014

Mindful Monday Inspiration #38


Growing up in the '90's ultimately meant that Friday nights were spent on the couch watching T.G.I.F.  Not wanting to miss a second of the family comedy, Full House, I made it a point to watch every single episode, as well as follow each of the castmates in the news.  Although I had a fanatic obsession with Mary Kate and Ashley, I did long for an older sister like D.J.  

Even though it is in syndication, Candace Cameron Bure (aka D.J.) still remains one of the coolest sisters that I ever knew, as well as a celebrity interest of mine.  Such an interest lead me to watch a recent segment of Good Morning America that talked about her struggles to be perfect. 

As a current contestant on "Dancing with the Stars", Bure strives to out dance her opponents each week by choreographing "the best" routine with her Dance Professional Partner.  Setting goals with tags like "the best" or "perfect" have left Bure with severe nervousness and anxiety; forcing her to feel as though she was not performing to the best of her ability and ultimately letting her partner and family down.

Having met with a Sports Psychologist, Bure has come to terms with her perfectionist ways and has learned how to cope.  Just as the above quote alludes to, Bure better understands that "None of us our perfect.  People need to be open to their flaws and their insecurities and not be ashamed to talk about it!"

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