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“Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without.”

Confucius

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It's better to have something valuable that isn't perfect than to have something that seems perfect but isn't worth much. Imagine you find a diamond with a small scratch on it. Even with the scratch, it's still precious and valuable. On the other hand, a smooth, shiny pebble might look nice, but it's just a pebble, not worth much at all. Take people as an example. Someone might have strengths and talents but also flaws or imperfections. These qualities can still make them special and important. Meanwhile, a person who seems perfect might not have much depth or real value. When you're choosing between things or people, it's wise to remember that something with unique qualities, even if imperfect, can often be more valuable than something that looks perfect on the surface but lacks substance or worth.

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