Da Vinci was quoted saying this over 500 years ago. It means that knowing something in mind-numbing detail often does not make it useful. It can actually take more time having a complex idea and converting it into something simple.
The next time you work out, or are trying to get your injuries better, think: ‘Is this program or exercise really necessary for me to get to my goal? Or can I do something easy but consistently to be more successful.
Doing simple tasks really well, is true complexity.
