Here’s how to fight back.
As the Zen monk Shunryu Suzuki famously wrote, "In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's mind there are few." Freedom from Cognitive Bias
In short, expertise can build walls. It tells us, "This is what I do; that is what I don't do." amateur be new
The most vibrant people are not those who know everything, but those who are constantly curious about what they don't know. By choosing to be a new amateur over and over again throughout your life, you ensure that you never stop growing. You become a more resilient, interesting, and fulfilled individual. Drop the fear of looking foolish, pick up something you know nothing about, and fall in love with the process of starting over. If you want to start a new hobby, let me know:
Engage in activities without the goal of turning them into a side hustle or monetizing them. The goal is enjoyment, learning, and self-expression. The Danger of "Expertitis" Here’s how to fight back
So, how do you harness this power? How do you ensure that your amateur status leads to freshness rather than frustration? Follow these five pillars.
If you’re new to something and calling yourself an “amateur,” you might feel like that’s just a fancy word for “not good yet.” But let’s reframe that. By choosing to be a new amateur over
Do not buy the most expensive gear on day one. If you want to try painting, buy a cheap watercolor set. If you want to try running, use your old sneakers. High financial investment creates high performance pressure.