Simplicity Over Complexity

Complexity is a drug. It feels good to add layers, to build things that are clever, intricate, and—let’s be honest—impressive. But complexity is also a trap. It slows you down, burns you out, and leaves you with a system no one, not even you, can understand six months later.

Simplicity? That’s the real flex.

It’s not easy. Simplicity doesn’t just happen—it’s a fight. A fight against your ego, against the allure of “just one more feature,” against the voice that says, “But wouldn’t it be cool if…”.

“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” – Confucius

We do the same thing in code. We pile on abstractions, edge cases, and “what ifs” until the original purpose gets buried under a mountain of cleverness. And for what? So we can feel smart?

“Simplicity is often harder than complexity. You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple. But it’s worth it because once you get there, you can move mountains.” – Steve Jobs

So, ask yourself: Is this really necessary? Do you need that feature? That extra layer? That “clever” workaround? Nine times out of ten, the answer is no.

Simplicity isn’t about being basic. It’s about clarity. It’s about cutting through the noise and delivering exactly what matters, no more, no less. It’s about building something people can actually use, maintain, and love.

And it’s not just code. It’s life. Simplify your to-do list. Streamline your goals. Cut out the stuff that’s sucking your time and energy without giving anything back. Simplicity isn’t boring—it’s liberating.

The next time you’re tempted to complicate things, stop. Take a breath. And remember: the genius isn’t in making it complicated—it’s in making it simple.