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Most of the luxuries, and many of the so-called comforts of life, are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances read more
Most of the luxuries, and many of the so-called comforts of life, are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances to the elevation of mankind. With respect to luxuries and comforts, the wisest have even lived a more simple and meagre life than the poor. -Henry David Thoreau.
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
The most complex things are the simplest.
The most complex things are the simplest.
The whole is simpler than the sum of its parts.
The whole is simpler than the sum of its parts.
Simplicity is the nature of great souls.
Simplicity is the nature of great souls.
In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.
In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.
When thought is too weak to be simply expressed, it's clear proof that it should be rejected.
When thought is too weak to be simply expressed, it's clear proof that it should be rejected.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
Three Rules of Work: Out of clutter find simplicity; From discord find harmony; In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.
Three Rules of Work: Out of clutter find simplicity; From discord find harmony; In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.