Quality versus quantity is a philosophical debate that applies to almost every area of life — friendships, experiences, possessions, work, and time itself. The quality camp argues that depth beats breadth in everything, that one extraordinary experience is worth a hundred mediocre ones, and that fewer but better friendships, possessions, and achievements lead to a richer life. The quantity camp argues that volume creates opportunity, that sampling widely leads to discovery, and that restricting yourself to quality means missing out on the serendipitous magic that comes from sheer exposure to more. Minimalists swear by quality. Maximalists embrace quantity. Which philosophy wins when people vote honestly?
