I Am Who I Am Partly Because Of Who I Was Epic Living

As I continue on my personal growth journey, I’ve been thinking more and more about my past and what’s gotten me to where I’m at today

For the longest time, I was (and sometimes still am) a perfectionist.

Always having to ensure things are ‘just right’ or I don’t put it out there.

I think this one stems back from when I was a kid. I have 2 brothers and I’m the youngest by 6 years.

I remember my dad would call me the “Golden Child” or “Goldie” and that “I could do no wrong”.

Subconsciously I must have felt that I had to live up to those names.

I used to collect He-Man figures. I practically had (and still have them today) the entire collection

I had a table in my room and I would display all the figures and castles and vehicles.
At least once a week, I would change up the display and remember being extra meticulous with where I put things for the various fight scenes.
Making sure everyone’s armour and weapons were secured just right. And if someone hit the table and a figure fell down, I would notice it right away and fix it.

I believe being a perfectionist is good in some ways as it helped me to try harder & push more.

… I always studied extra and got really good grades in school

… My dad was my soccer coach (and scout leader) and he always encouraged me to do my best

Reflecting on my last bunch of years, I can tell it’s also held me back in some ways. I’ve been nervous about putting myself out there.

When creating content, or recording videos, I wouldn’t release it because it wasn’t 100%.

As an adult, I’ve grown up in many ways, but I’m still working on that “Golden Child”

I catch myself in those perfectionist moments and I’m more ok with things not being perfect.

We have to remember…
“We Are All Works In Progress”

Our past has helped to shape our present. And what we do now, in the present, will impact our decisions, behaviour, actions & ultimately our future.

I am ok with not being perfect.

Who’s with me?

Mike Gillespie

Mike Gillespie | Epic Living Coach | Epic Living Academy Badass Dad, Peak Performance Coach, Entrepreneur, Investor, Butt Kicker, Boundary Pusher, School Builder, Speaker, Explorer, Extreme Sports Enthusiast, Visionary & Positive Thinking Dude Who’s Dedicated to Helping You Become the Happiest and Healthiest Person You Know! I was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario and for as long as I can remember, I’ve always been very positive & optimistic. As a young boy, I was a dreamer, a doer and excited for life! I remember growing up, before any big test at school, or soccer game, my mom would always remind me to Do My Best! I’m a wee bit of a perfectionist because of that. And, today, I’m still all of those things, but now a man, driven, dedicated and committed to living a life on my own terms.