After 2 divorces, I spent 2,000 hours cross-stitching and learned to let go of perfection
A new hobby helped me recognize the difference between mistakes worth correcting and imperfections I could simply learn to live with.
After a divorce, the author found solace in cross-stitching, which initially seemed like the worst possible hobby. She spent over 2,000 hours working on projects, meticulously counting her stitches and correcting errors. The precise nature of the craft doubled as therapy for her mental state, as she became obsessed with undoing her mistakes.
However, she eventually learned to accept imperfections in her work and applied the same mindset to her personal life. The author realized that not all mistakes could be undone, but she could choose how much time and energy to dedicate to dwelling on them. Her new hobby helped her navigate life after divorce and cultivate a healthy relationship with her partner, Jason.
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