Perfection

Salam,

I guess I've never been one to strive for perfection. To me, life is something to be cherished, to be experienced. I guess I've never been the one who would strive for straight A's or perfect points or 100%. I try to do my best, but if I make mistakes, it's fine. I like doing things and not care too much about the result.

There are times when I felt I was slacking too much. And I sorta push myself those times. But, at heart, I'm not a perfectionist. And I think at least for me, that is a good thing. I do hope that I will keep doing my best at things. At heart, I'm the kind of person that likes to understand rather than to master and I hope I will keep on understanding, but at the same time I think I need to not undermine mastery. I'm learning that mastery is actually important. And that there's nothing wrong or insincere or dishonest about striving for it.

Oh Allah, Lord of the universe, King of the worlds, you are my master, you are my guide, give me guidance and strengthen my heart. Amin.

Love,
Your servant.