I love that first quote from the Gita, it is freeing in some sense. And the idea of not letting perfection be the enemy of action is so important. It makes me think of the idea that perfectionism is an ego problem, which is an interesting and helpful reframe. I like the new aesthetic for the blog btw
Thanks Jeff - so powerful to see that quote through a lens of freedom rather than being a victim to outcome - I really like that.
Perfection is indeed an ego problem - it's the notion that there is something in you, that wants the world to be exactly *one* way, rather than the infinite flux it is. Losing battle if you ask me. What do you think about that? My question to you is - do we even need the idea of ego when discussing the futility of perfectionism?
Glad you like the new aesthetic too - really appreciate this kind of feedback.
We never have all the answers at the beginning of pretty much anything that we do. "Start now and figure things out along the way" has been my best hack for figuring things out.
Oh yes of course - I got confused with the "and your" in your first comment. But yes, I think there is an interesting relationship with "doing things badly" and "embracing the suck". In some sense "doing things badly" could be seen as a "how to" for "embracing the suck" - which is a helpful little tool for people who are not sure how to go about that. Good little connection there I think!
There are several thoughts/concepts that I'm familiar with that echo your points that may interest you.For example:
The First layer reminded me of the LEAN production, lean strategy and management, innovation strategies in business and why 'Flow' Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is important to remind ourselves of being 'in the zone'
The Second layer led me to think about how reframing ideas and using our lens towards creativity helps us to think outside the box, laid out in front of us. It's good to see the box AND beyond it. (esp echo chambers of thought)
To me, the third layer is about articulating your values and being able to recognise when they conflict with what's happening, — being able to question ourselves honestly and deeply
There's nothing I disagree with. I felt the 'in progress' struggle and a LOT of thinking with a glimmer of fun in the middle. So I wonder whether critiquing or pushing the doing is 'productive' ....perhaps exploring ways to ignite THE spark, or any new spark could start a wheel turning, and then the flywheel rotating?
The energy to ignite us into 'doing' is much larger than many think. Decreasing the effort to ignition, the tipping point or sharing the load can help. ;-) E.g.
Inspiration, Awe or wonder, Lots of conversations and real-world networking...
This is a super powerful corollary framework which fits well with what I wrote! Thank you for expanding on your thoughts.
Also very intriguing to think about the "spark" through inspiration, wonder, awe etc... it's something I didn't consider in this framework but I think you're onto something there. Maximising the chance of such a spark would indeed reduce the need to rely on needing to "do things badly" just to get started.
I love that first quote from the Gita, it is freeing in some sense. And the idea of not letting perfection be the enemy of action is so important. It makes me think of the idea that perfectionism is an ego problem, which is an interesting and helpful reframe. I like the new aesthetic for the blog btw
Thanks Jeff - so powerful to see that quote through a lens of freedom rather than being a victim to outcome - I really like that.
Perfection is indeed an ego problem - it's the notion that there is something in you, that wants the world to be exactly *one* way, rather than the infinite flux it is. Losing battle if you ask me. What do you think about that? My question to you is - do we even need the idea of ego when discussing the futility of perfectionism?
Glad you like the new aesthetic too - really appreciate this kind of feedback.
We never have all the answers at the beginning of pretty much anything that we do. "Start now and figure things out along the way" has been my best hack for figuring things out.
Absolutely Denis. Have you come across FAFO?
Yes, in a video on X when a guy get punched after f*cking around at a night club
Nice haha - classic X content. Yeah I'm in agreement with what you say - I do like the FAFO mindset
Though I must admit not in situations where it might lead to being punched
“Before you can get good and get smart, you have to get going.”
— well said Zan. :)
Thanks Michael! Glad that bit resonated with you :)
So amazing, glad you are back!!!
Thank you Jack! Good to hear from you
Embrace the and your suck!
Hey Kyle - I don’t quite get your comment - could you clarify?
“Embrace the suck” is a common phrase. Your post highlights the benefit of embracing your own suck aka doing things poorly. Good stuff brother
Oh yes of course - I got confused with the "and your" in your first comment. But yes, I think there is an interesting relationship with "doing things badly" and "embracing the suck". In some sense "doing things badly" could be seen as a "how to" for "embracing the suck" - which is a helpful little tool for people who are not sure how to go about that. Good little connection there I think!
Agreed!
It's good to read your reflections again Zan! Thanks for the recommended links.
Glad to be back Victoria - was there any particular part which resonated with you? Or more interestingly - anything you disagreed with?
There are several thoughts/concepts that I'm familiar with that echo your points that may interest you.For example:
The First layer reminded me of the LEAN production, lean strategy and management, innovation strategies in business and why 'Flow' Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is important to remind ourselves of being 'in the zone'
The Second layer led me to think about how reframing ideas and using our lens towards creativity helps us to think outside the box, laid out in front of us. It's good to see the box AND beyond it. (esp echo chambers of thought)
To me, the third layer is about articulating your values and being able to recognise when they conflict with what's happening, — being able to question ourselves honestly and deeply
There's nothing I disagree with. I felt the 'in progress' struggle and a LOT of thinking with a glimmer of fun in the middle. So I wonder whether critiquing or pushing the doing is 'productive' ....perhaps exploring ways to ignite THE spark, or any new spark could start a wheel turning, and then the flywheel rotating?
The energy to ignite us into 'doing' is much larger than many think. Decreasing the effort to ignition, the tipping point or sharing the load can help. ;-) E.g.
Inspiration, Awe or wonder, Lots of conversations and real-world networking...
Thoughts...??
This is a super powerful corollary framework which fits well with what I wrote! Thank you for expanding on your thoughts.
Also very intriguing to think about the "spark" through inspiration, wonder, awe etc... it's something I didn't consider in this framework but I think you're onto something there. Maximising the chance of such a spark would indeed reduce the need to rely on needing to "do things badly" just to get started.
Thank you for that :)
You're welcome, Zan. You may want to explore the energy, effort and ignition point angle.
Just sharing some of the things, the concepts I use in mentoring.
Feel free to build on, and write about what I've shared - our exchange in itself is a spark of inspiration from resonance & conversation! ;-)