Chapter
The Addictive Nature of Cross-Fertilization in Polymaths
1:09:17 - 1:16:43 (07:26)
The drive towards multiple accomplishments is addictive, leading to a steamrolling sense of self-efficacy and compounding interest over time making it increasingly difficult to tease apart the various factors contributing to success.
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It is hard to differentiate between natural talent and hard work when observing the success of people who have been practicing their skills for a long time.
1:09:17 - 1:13:01 (03:43)
Summary
It is hard to differentiate between natural talent and hard work when observing the success of people who have been practicing their skills for a long time. Examples of specialized polymaths were given, and the distinction between their natural talent and hard work was explained.
ChapterThe Addictive Nature of Cross-Fertilization in Polymaths
Episode#092 - Scott H Young - Ultralearning
PodcastModern Wisdom
By setting ambitious learning goals and committing to a well-planned learning process, we can boost our self-efficacy and gain confidence to tackle other challenges in our lives.
1:13:01 - 1:16:43 (03:42)
Summary
By setting ambitious learning goals and committing to a well-planned learning process, we can boost our self-efficacy and gain confidence to tackle other challenges in our lives. This feeling of achievement can be addictive and lead to a cycle of continuous learning and personal growth.