Chapter

The Perception of Beauty
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37:25 - 45:22 (07:57)

The ability to see beauty in the everyday and to notice things others may not is a defining characteristic of artists, who aim to recreate and share those moments with others.

Clips
A parent describes a conversation with their child while observing trees and wonders about the natural world.
37:25 - 41:37 (04:11)
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Parenting
The artist creates something that you didn't know you want, something that you couldn't live without, something that you didn't know was possible.
41:37 - 45:22 (03:45)
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Artistry
Summary

The artist creates something that you didn't know you want, something that you couldn't live without, something that you didn't know was possible. The craftsperson is making the thing that somebody ordered. This leads to the question of whether there is a way to tell the difference between good and bad distraction.

Chapter
The Perception of Beauty
Episode
#649: Rick Rubin, Legendary Producer — Timeless Methods for Unlocking Creativity, Secrets Hidden in Plain Sight, The Future with AI, Helpful Distractions, Working with Strong Personalities, Breaking Out of “The Sameness,” and More
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show