How to fix your rough edges

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Why it worked

The video uses a relatable, albeit humorous, problem (deckled edges on books) and connects it to a broader, more profound theme of imperfection. The creator's exaggerated reaction and the unexpected action of cutting the book create a memorable and shareable piece of content.

Summary

The creator humorously expresses their dislike for the deckled edges of a book's pages, comparing it to human flaws and imperfections. They then proceed to cut the rough edges off the book with scissors.

Structure

1Introduction of the book and the problem (deckled edges)
2Creator's strong dislike for the edges
3Decision to 'fix' the book
4Comparison to human imperfections
5The act of cutting the edges

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How to fix your rough edges

Transcript

I was really excited to read State of Wonder by Ann Patchett and then it arrived. I realized it had the pages that I absolutely hate. Those deckled edges. So I thought it's time to make a little change to this book. Just some minor cosmetic change. You're gonna think I'm crazy, but I can't take it anymore. I really can't take it. Guess what? Say bye-bye to the little deckled edges, okay? Say bye-bye to those little rough edges. Wait. None of us are perfect. All of us have flaws. All of us make mistakes. I'm a real piece of work. Aren't we all just a little bit rough around the edges?