Perfection

When I embrace the day, I am not trying for perfection in my actions and efforts.  I am trying for improvement.  Perfection is an ego trip.  I won't embrace the day if it is all about me.  The day will include encounters with others most of the time.  How can I improve their day with this encounter we have?  Sometimes, allowing the other person to do something first is a way to improve their day.  This works well for you if you are shy.  Give them the chance to open the door.  It might make them feel better.  And if you do make some effort of action and think later, "Well, I could have done that better," don't beat yourself up.  For one, you tried and two, you want improvement not perfection.