Hofstadter's Law, proposed by cognitive scientist Douglas Hofstadter, states that "It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's Law." This law highlights the tendency for individuals to underestimate the time and effort required to complete tasks, projects, or goals, even when they consciously adjust their estimates to account for potential delays or obstacles.

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