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Austin Kleon on Writing, Creativity and The Importance of Idleness

Not Overthinking

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Transitioning into the Role of a Curious Elder and life long learner

Facing a moment in life where I must embrace being a curious elder, like John Waters describes having youth spies to keep him informed. I'm transitioning into this role, realizing that younger people will now teach me about the world. It's important to maintain a perpetual student mindset and never stop learning. Those who become complacent after achieving success lose their edge and interest in being amateurs.

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