There is a vast difference between the words perfection and excellence. It is almost impossible to be perfect at anything, and setting this as a goal makes any experience fraught with perils of negative judgment and failure. However, devoting oneself to excellence in any goal is a source of energy and inspiration. No one can be perfect as a friend, parent, or employee but anyone can devote themselves to achieving excellent performance in any role . Seeking perfection often creates hesitancy, and opportunities are lost because the obstacles prevent spontaneous responses. The search for excellence on the other hand has built in the awareness that there will be down times, and adjustments to every goal and responsibility must be made. There is freedom in devotion to excellence, but a series of pitfalls on the road to perfection.