diff --git a/docs/recall/amindfornumbers_ch15_renaissaince_learning.md b/docs/recall/amindfornumbers_ch15_renaissaince_learning.md index b0672f1b..7176a23d 100644 --- a/docs/recall/amindfornumbers_ch15_renaissaince_learning.md +++ b/docs/recall/amindfornumbers_ch15_renaissaince_learning.md @@ -2,6 +2,8 @@ The chapter is about how to learn on your own. I guess the idea is "renaissance learners" are people who follow the old concept of "renaissance man" who know all subjects and have lots of capabilities. It is still admirable conceptually. +Learning on your own is extremely effective for deep knowledge. Improve independent thinking. + Many exceptionally successful people dropped out of college (although the examples generally had immediate financial incentives to leave and stable family wealth). I think the point still stands since they learned what they needed to before college, then became hyper focused on a separate incentive set, even with backup opportunities. @@ -17,3 +19,7 @@ I learn very very well from books as well. They are like a direct discussion wit Use teachers' time wisely. Avoid seeking an ego boost through communication with them. Avoid trying to prove why your convoluted answer is right and learn it their way first, then you can go back to messing with your convoluted way to see if it has merit (generally will not). +Get mentors early. Get over the "awkward" step of asking and get into the topic. It can change your future. + +Slow students often feel underconfident but actually learn deeper. +