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“Nothing would be done at all if one waited until one could do it so well that no one could find fault with it.” quote by John Henry Newman
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“Nothing would be done at all if one waited until one could do it so well that no one could find fault with it.”

John Henry Newman

About This Quote

Waiting for flawless perfection before acting leads to inaction; progress requires imperfect attempts.

In simple terms: Perfectionism prevents action.

Key Takeaway

Act despite imperfections.

Themes

action perfectionism progress

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • creative work
  • personal goals
  • learning new skills

Key Concepts

philosophy self‑help

Questions to Reflect On

  • What tasks are you delaying for fear of imperfection?
  • How can you balance quality and timely action?
A Different Perspective

Over‑emphasis on perfection can cause missed opportunities.

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