competition

[IndigoSalvia]

By recognizing and contemplating our own distortions when they arise, this is a first step. In my understanding of the teachings, we can take the distortion (perfectionism, in this case) into our heart in a warm, tender embrace. In essence, send L/L (understanding, compassion and wisdom) to this distortion, which may have served us well (or not so well). Contemplate its polar opposite. Recognize this distortion's expression in other-selves. Here, we can see the distortion as common to both self and others, which serves to connect us with our true nature as One and Infinite. 

If any of this rings true for you, use it ... if not, let it go.