Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius, and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely stupid.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker values imperfection and genius over being absolutely stupid.
- In plain terms
- Be ridiculous rather than stupid, and see madness as genius.
- What can you take from it?
- Embrace flaws and passion over safe conformity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you value being different?
- Is it better to be safe or bold?
Another view
Some situations require competence over passion or originality.
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