I definitely agree with this. If you applied to YC to have your project validate...

gumbo on April 8, 2011 | parent | context | favorite | on: YC s11 Rejected Applicants: This is the real test.

I definitely agree with this. If you applied to YC to have your project validated by @pg and associates. Then you should think twice about your real motivations. Only close shop when you're sure your idea is not a good one or that you KNOW that you're not able to achieve it.