How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big: Dilbert Creator Scott Adams

[Rich]

Watched this summary of a book written by Dilbert Creator Scott Adams with a good summary of key points here: _https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Wi0R1wmAOM

It is a title that resonated strongly with me having experienced a life of modest successes but high number of failures and unfinished projects. Learning about Scott Adams' experiences provided encouragement that my experiences of failure are part of the journey and can be put to good use.

There are also several keynote speeches he has given where I found his words reassuring and motivating. He has a good sense of humour, not the best health advice but enjoyable viewing. One 25 minute one here: _https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJVxkr9eE9A#t=13.822

Like the idea (within a making a living context) that a preoccupation with focussing on goals is less effective than focussing on the process/systems.

In his anecdote relating to willpower, he is correct to recommend not to take health advice from a cartoonist! but the idea of knowledge beating will power is a valid one.

 

[3DStudent]

Had this thread open for a while, and wow thanks for sharing! I watched the first video and I think it was just what I needed. And also something I am working towards (purging and reading old threads that have piled up and just getting caught up with things.) This video was also inspiring and motivational, and is along the lines of what I need to do.

It reminds me of the book The Practising Mind and The War of Art , both of which I still want to read. One of the ideas is that the pursuit is the goal.

I like how the steps were basically: what do you want, what is the price, and then just do it. I have the first two down, and I just need to get on with the doing part (laziness and procrastination get in the way). And when he talks about restricting choices it's like biting off less, so you can chew without choking. I usually take on too many things so I can relate to that.

The "moist robots" analogy sounds like neuroplasticity, grooving desired neural pathways, or, "The neurons that wire together, fire together." The video also brought to mind something I haven't tried, but that seems effective: The Pomodoro timer technique. Which basically you set a timer for 25 minutes and you work, and then take a 5 minute break. It increases productivity and gives you a fresh mind when you return to working. Anyways, thanks again!