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Walker is not merely advocating for winning at all costs; he's acknowledging that sometimes, \"good enough\" can be, well, good enough.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, consider the concept of \"good enough.\" When facing a challenging project or deadline, don't get bogged down by the pursuit of perfection. Instead, focus on achieving a satisfactory outcome and accept that sometimes, it's okay to settle for something less than ideal. By doing so, you'll conserve mental energy and resources, allowing you to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize what truly matters.\n\nAs a Behavioral Psychologist, I'd like to add that this mindset is closely related to the concept of \"satisficing,\" coined by Herbert Simon in 1956. Satisficing involves making decisions based on minimum requirements rather than optimal solutions, which can lead to more efficient decision-making under conditions of uncertainty or limited resources. 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