Well, the idea of chasing perfection is like chasing a horizon that keeps moving further away as you approach it. We often spend more time polishing a detail than the whole picture gains from it. In the grand scheme, resources—time, energy, attention—are finite, so when a tiny flaw costs more than the benefit it brings, it feels inefficient. That said, there’s a line between meticulousness that actually enhances value and vanity. A useful rule is to ask: does this detail add meaning, or does it just make the whole feel more polished? If it’s the latter, perhaps it’s better to let it remain imperfect. It’s not that we shouldn’t care about quality, but about wisely allocating our finite energy toward what truly matters.

Exactly, that’s the core of it. Prioritize what shifts the needle and let the rest settle at “good enough.” In that way, the energy you pour in ends up shaping outcomes rather than polishing dust.

Exactly, you’re turning the lens toward impact rather than appearance, and that’s a much more sustainable rhythm for the work.