When Simple Works Better (Even If It’s Not Perfect)

Sometimes “good enough” is exactly what clears the path forward.

This is a Field Note article — one of the four types you’ll see regularly in Resimplification. Field Notes are short observations from real-world situations that highlight the patterns, pitfalls, and moments when it’s time to reset.

You’ll also see Practice articles (actionable steps), Signals (how to know when it’s time to recalibrate), and Principles (core concepts that anchor the whole idea of Resimplification).

The Scene

I’ve spent more time than I care to admit chasing the “perfect” solution. A perfect app. A perfect workflow. A perfect process.

And yet, more often than not, I find myself coming back to a simpler version that works better in the real world, even if it’s not as polished or feature-rich.

The Resimplification Moment

A simple system that I actually use beats a sophisticated system that I abandon after a few weeks.

The truth is, most “perfect” solutions often fall apart not because they’re flawed, but because they require more time, attention, and discipline than real life allows.

A simpler approach may not check every box, but if it keeps me engaged and moving forward, it wins every time.

The key isn’t perfection. It’s consistency, which means sticking with the system you’ll actually use.

The Takeaway

Resimplification isn’t about lowering your standards. It’s about designing systems and approaches that fit the way you actually work.

A simpler path creates less friction, which makes it easier to stick with over time. And in the long run, consistency will always outperform complexity.

Sometimes “good enough” is what keeps you moving. And that movement is what creates results.

Closing Thoughts

Look at the areas where complexity has crept in. Is there a simpler way, even if it’s not perfect, that will keep you moving forward?

If so, we’d like to hear from you.