Time: I related quite a bit to this law of simplicity, because I am constantly keeping track of time and trying to plan my days according to the time I have. Once time is wasted, it throws my day off. To have a clock is a crucial object to me, because it keeps me aware of my schedule and the amount of time I will have to prepare myself. Also, I despise to wait and Maeda uses the example of receiving free cookies when waiting in line at a grocery store. I appreciate little elements such as that. It makes time seem less of an issue and makes the situation less tense.
Differences: A great quote as the title is, "simplicity and complexity need each other." I think this is a very on key quote which is also explained farther into the reading. I do believe it is true that something is more appreciated when compared to something else, because more so than often objects, relationships, or jobs are viewed in a poor view. People generally want the next best thing and take for granite what they already have.
Reduce: This law tied in well with what we as people view as what meets essentials versus wanting the biggest and best of things. The objection of reduction is viewing or marketing objects as quality. People are faced with these types of decisions everyday and it generally boils down to what is worth the extra price or time, what is the most important. Appreciate what you do own and take it for what it is and if it meets your needs the next, best thing isn't imperative.
The ten laws of simplicity can make life flow much easier and cut a lot of stress out of a person's life if applied correctly.
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