Seeking the perfect (place your word here) may just be the worst idea yet since in this relentless pursuit, it is likely not achievable since the perfect will change as soon as you attain what you believed it was.
When we solely focus on the supposed ideal, what are we missing? There is so much along the path of beauty, in its imperfection and incompleteness, to enjoy. If we can admire this and appreciate each step, regardless of the thorns and ruggedness, that may be perfect.