The pursuit of perfection is frustrating and a waste of time, because nothing is ever perfect. The pursuit of excellence is commendable and worthwhile. Therefore strive for excellence not perfection.
It's basically the same, just darker.
I have a motto: Work to become, not to acquire.
In every aspect of life, have a game plan, and then do your best to achieve it.
First you learn to drive fast. Next, you learn to drive fast in traffic. Then, you learn how to do it for 500 miles.
If you don't believe you don't belong
It's basically the same, just darker. (on racing Saturday nights as opposed to Sunday afternoons, 1991