Are You Blocked By Perfectionism?

In my 25+ years of work in the performing arts as a composer, I’ve met many colleagues who feel blocked by the fear of not being perfect. It can completely shut down the creative flow and drain the joy from our work.

When we approach our work with curiosity, we sidestep perfectionism in favor of exploration. Asking questions shifts our mindset: we’re not machines producing polished results, but instead part of a dynamic journey that unfolds in new, unexpected ways.

Don’t be like this unfortunate composer! Cultivating Feedback can help you shift from perfectionism to creative possibility.