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What does it mean?
Natural creations remain timeless and fresh because they possess inherent eternity.
In plain terms
Nature never gets old because what it makes lasts forever.
What can you take from it?
Look to nature for things that never lose value.

Where it applies

  • design
  • art
  • appreciation

Putting it to work

  • study nature
  • seek timeless design
  • observe seasons

Questions to consider

  • What feels timeless?
  • How does nature endure?

Another view

Nature is also subject to decay and change.

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