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What does it mean?
Constant high quality can become boring, making flaws more interesting.
In plain terms
Too much perfection gets boring.
What can you take from it?
Accept imperfection for variety.

Where it applies

  • taste
  • relationships
  • art

Putting it to work

  • embrace flaws
  • seek variety

Questions to consider

  • Do you prefer perfection or variety?

Another view

Consistent quality is often preferred.

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