Abandoned Quote by William P. Perry
“A scene is never completed, but simply abandoned when the search for perfection is no longer producing positive results.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Creative Process, 2003
Perfectionism halts progress; abandoning a work can be a strategic choice when further refinement yields no benefit.
In simple terms: Perfection stops progress; sometimes quit.
Key Takeaway
Know when to stop improving.
Themes
creativity
perfectionism
productivity
decision‑making
Mood
pragmatic
inspirational
cautionary
Type
professional
creative
When to use this quote
- business
- design
- writing
Key Concepts
diminishing returns
artistic abandonment
strategic completion
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a project good enough?
- How to balance quality and completion?
A Different Perspective
Never‑completion can lead to stagnation.
