A Japanese philosophy that celebrates imperfection. Applied to the art of learning to play the piano, it reminds us that growth, change, mistakes are all part of life’s charm. Instead of chasing perfection, it teaches us to embrace the present, and find peace in the flaws that makes things real.
Here’s a little more explanation:
1. Imperfection (Fukinsei)
Cracks, asymmetry, and irregularity are not flaws—they’re evidence of life, time, and uniqueness.
2. Impermanence (Mujō)
All things fade, wither, or change. Beauty is tied to transience—the falling leaf, the worn wooden table.
3. Simplicity (Kanso)
Stripped of clutter and excess, wabi-sabi appreciates the understated and the essential.
4. Intimacy (Seijaku)
There’s a quiet, meditative stillness in wabi-sabi. It draws you inward—like a single candle glowing in a darkened room.