Quotes in simplicity

Remember that all models are wrong; the practical question is how wrong do they have to be to not be useful.

There are two ways of constructing a software design. One way is to make it so simple that there are obviously no deficiencies. And the other way is to make it so complicated that there are no obvious deficiencies.

Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that's creativity.

I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.

Seek simplicity, and distrust it.

Simple, clear purpose and principles give rise to complex and intelligent behavior. Complex rules and regulations give rise to simple and stupid behavior.

Our life is frittered away by detail. Simplify, simplify.

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.

Manifest plainness,
Embrace simplicity,
Reduce selfishness,
Have few desires.

A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds.