Last update: 2024-10-12
The original idea here is to make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler.1 Self-imposed constraints help in simplifying concepts and processes. However, the caveat is the risk of oversimplifying, which can compromise the desired outcome. Thus, self-imposed constraints can be viewed as an art form, helping us achieve our goals effectively.
When a task requires a myriad of steps or a large amount of resources, it becomes increasingly difficult to complete. Self-imposed constraints help reduce or eliminate distractions and foster creativity. And creativity is the key to originality.
Albert Einstein is known to have said, “Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler.”↩︎