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My biggest flaw is probably that I take things too personally sometimes…but I am working on it! Thanks for this post, reading it and all the comments made me feel better about my flaws : )

my biggest flaw is that I have zero patience, specially with my sister, I just hate when she starts to talk so loud, but sometimes I realize that it isn’t that bad, it is nice to change and now I am trying to be more patient

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My one flaw that bothers me beyond compare is my constant fear of how other people think of me. Even just strangers that I know I’ll never see again, I just can’t let loose and be myself. However being aware of this I’ve really improved since high school and I’m starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel, so to speak.
Love the variety of your blog, it’s not just about fashion.

This is so real and down to earth!
My biggest fault is my tendency to assume the worst of people. It is more likely that they are being lazy or making an excuse than it is that they have a legitimate reason for their actions. However, I am noticing with more frequency that people often have struggles that they will not ever make us aware of, and we need to assume the best, just in case. We’re all those irritable people when we are struggling.

Probably being too patient with others may be my fault.

For me, it’s absolutely my lack of assertiveness. All too often, I get frustrated, but I immediately counter it by rationalizing away the problem. Deep down, I’m still bothered by it, but something squashes that frustration and keeps me from truly speaking out.

I’m working on it, though! Maybe it’s just a people-pleasing tendency that’s the real root of the problem?

I’m impatient too.

very thoughtful post!

Love that photo! Wish that I had some old-timey pictures like this.

I love this photo but didn’t actually get to read the post till just now. I have a lot of flaws, impatience being at the top of the list. I think it’s a quality a lot of type-A people have. My biggest flaw though is that I’m very hard on myself. I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t. I think it’s ingrained in me, because my mother says I’ve always been like this, since day one. I see it in Devon, too, and as a result am the first to fawn over a scribble or an attempt to get herself dressed (read: putting a shirt on, feet first), just so she doesn’t get caught up in that perfectionist trap! Anyway, go have some wine. I swear it does WONDERS to the patience level!!

Def. how I’ve been feeling lately! I think for me it would have to be how I always start things and never follow through fully or with my full effort (even when I know I’m capable). Very annoying. But I’ve been making more of a conscious effort to make sure I’m giving things my all til the end. Great post!

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You seem to write about me before my wedding It’s something very beautiful to organize your own wedding, but it also can be a bit stressful, especially when you have a lot more projects going on! I find myself being exactly like you, when I have (too) many things going on at the same time! I just recently discovered your blog and I love it! I find all your posts great, but somehow this quite personal one makes me leave my first comment!

Judgy = Me. I have super high expectations for both myself and others, and it drives me nuts when people don’t operate on the same level of uh… intensity (which is not their fault). So I cast judgment (that person is weak or incompetent or not a critical thinker, etc). This leads to ultimate disappointment for all parties involved. Then I judge myself for being so judgy. AHHH feedback loop!

I too am very impatient but im also have ocd qualities and I hate when things aren’t done my way. I probably also have a problem with believing im always right. Love your blog!

Such an honest post!

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Emily, I would say your worst flaw is the fact that your a Smug Bitch that insists that you’re a natural blond and have been one ‘all your life’. Guess what, that pic of you, proves that you aren’t.

,,,oh, patience is what i pray for every night!,,,”yes”, the person who parks too close or the lady the other day who swung open her car door, hit my car, looked at me and didn’t say a word,,,the annoying people in the movie theatre, the people who try and pretend not to be looking at their phones, chitter-chatter, the people hacking up hair balls, they all annoy me,,,my lack of patience isn’t something i’m proud of but i’m happy i’m not the only one who has patience deficiencies,,,thanks for being so honest,,,

I get frustrated easily. I take a lot of things personal that are not meant to be…I hate that because my responses sometimes are sharp. I appreciate your honesty. I love the variety of post on your blog.

I love it when bloggers share personal details about themselves. Thank you for sharing. It’s so honest! I have been the same as well-when we are under a lot of stress and pressure, we all tend to be irritable and impatient. My fault is definitely my negativity. I am rarely a “glass half full” type of girl. I always focus on the faults and what could go wrong. I am working on that! Hang in there!

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Victoria
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awesome post emily!! i like that you can see your flaws and own up to your mistakes. It takes a big person to do that! i love your blog and it inspires me everyday!!!

woooooow….Great Blog:)

little A.

My biggest fault is probably that I don’t think very much of myself and I usually let people decide for me. I know that you should think about yourself most of the time but I get so much anxiety if I feel like I’m letting someone down:/

Everyone has there moments. . . It’s nice to see that some are noticing them and trying to fix their irritable flaws rather than ignoring them. This post is a wonderful example for many people, Emily.

~Raquel

I really liked this post — you always come off so polished, it’s kinda nice to remember that we all have imperfections. Mine are all that you listed above (especially the movie theater thing! Ugh, I thought it was just me!) plus road rage, which is spurred on by my impatience. You’re right – being aware is the first step. Overcoming the bad habits takes a bit longer

we allhave faults but we can correct it, thanks for the post
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well, i think i have the same problem. But you know what, people are also so impolite nowadays!!! At this very moment my neighbours are having their daily loud fight, knowing perfectly that I hear them very well… No wonder patience is such a difficult quality to have today… Don’t be too hard on yourself

(and i am always amazed at how patient you are when it comes to this blog, which must be a huge amount of work!)