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Good thing Quote by Maud Hart Lovelace

“Good things come, but they're never perfect; are they? You have to twist them into something perfect.” quote by Maud Hart Lovelace
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“Good things come, but they're never perfect; are they? You have to twist them into something perfect.”

Maud Hart Lovelace

About This Quote

Source Book: Betsy-Tacy series, 1940s

Perfection is unattainable; we must improve imperfect things to reach our ideal.

In simple terms: Imperfect things need effort to become ideal.

Key Takeaway

Improve what you have.

Themes

self-improvement creativity acceptance

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • art projects
  • personal goals
  • relationships
  • product development

Key Concepts

growth mindset craftsmanship adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you improve right now?
  • How do you define “perfect” for yourself?
A Different Perspective

Perfection is subjective and may be impossible to achieve.

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