10 Mind Tricks to Learn Anything Fast!
Have you ever heard of the illusion of mastery? It’s a common pitfall that you might run into when learning something new. If you study for a few hours, get a handle on a few basic tricks, and suddenly think you’re a master, you’re not alone. Learning to draw is a great example. Many people think of themselves as competent artists after one good sketch. They see the quality of their first drawing and assume they know everything they need to know. It feels easy—boring, even. But just because something feels simple doesn’t mean you have it mastered.
So how do you stop yourself from falling into this trap? A great way to really learn any subject is to use modifications. Let’s say you’ve gotten really good at drawing faces from the front. It’s starting to feel a little stale, and you feel like you aren’t learning anything. So it’s time to put yourself to the test. Make a small modification to your original routine: draw a face from a slightly different angle, challenge yourself to go faster, or use a different drawing tool. Each of these minor changes plays a critical role. They stop your practice from becoming boring or repetitive, help you work on your weaknesses, and, most importantly, keep you humble throughout the learning process.
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