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What does it mean?
Real world outcomes rarely match the perfect visions we create in our minds.
In plain terms
Reality is usually not as perfect as our imagination.
What can you take from it?
Expect reality to fall short of ideals.

Where it applies

  • creative work
  • planning
  • disappointment

Putting it to work

  • adjust expectations
  • plan for imperfection

Questions to consider

  • How does reality compare to your dreams?
  • Why does reality disappoint?

Another view

Imagination can also inspire reality to improve.

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