Perfection

Perfection is but an illusion. Though never attained, it is always worth striving for. The paradox concerning perfection is that, if we insist only on perfection, it is a pathology, and anxiety will prevent us from taking even the first step toward the dream. I would even say that petty distractions from our goal make the goal more attainable.

In music, memory lapses are caused by trying to remember. When you are "beside yourself" you can be an observer with "a warm heart and a cool head". So, my friends, zone out and enjoy your own performance!