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Have you ever created something yourself, then critically analyzed it and thought, “It’s not bad, but I’ll change A, B, and C about it next time” right afterward? It doesn’t even have to be mechanical; In fact, this kind of thinking can apply to anyone who makes things themselves. Anyway, if that’s you, you’ll especially
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Usually when I hear about a party thrown by the most famous person in the world, I don’t immediately think that someone like me should be there. What does Come to think of it, this delusional idea happens when the guest list includes people I’ve met, interacted with and shared space with, even if only