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2951: The Best & Less-Than-Best Motivations for Learning by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Motivation & Inspiration For Your Life
Oct 27, 2023
Leo Babauta, creator of Zen Habits, discusses motivations for learning including curiosity and the desire to explore something new. He also explores the importance of taking on challenges and the different motivations for learning, such as having fun and learning with others.
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- Focusing solely on a big goal can lead to losing motivation, while genuine curiosity sustains long-term commitment.
- Doing something with someone else adds motivation and support, while caring deeply about the subject provides lasting motivation.
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Less Than Best Motivations for Learning
Setting a big goal as the primary motivator for learning can lead to losing momentum after a week or two, as the fulfillment of a big goal takes time. Wanting to make quick progress can also be demotivating, as real progress often requires dedication and months of work. Taking on a challenge simply because it sounds nice or aligns with an ideal self can result in quitting when things get difficult or when the ideal loses importance.
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