Chapter 1: The Importance of Starting Small

When you embark on a new endeavor, it’s common to be less than skilled at first. Whether it’s picking up a new instrument or exploring a different art form, the possibilities are endless. Personally, I often choose to challenge myself physically, like attempting intricate yoga poses. Inversions, for instance, demand my full concentration—one moment of distraction can lead to a fall reminiscent of Humpty Dumpty.

To work towards a handstand, I practice wall walks, and while I initially struggle, finding my balance eventually triggers my muscle memory. I’ve even progressed to executing a cartwheel! There are countless activities where you might find yourself lacking proficiency. For example, you might not even know how to fry an egg, let alone master five different techniques. Yet, therein lies the beauty of these challenges.

As you experiment with small tasks, you might be surprised at how quickly you can master them. For instance, it takes just seven minutes to achieve perfectly cooked molten lava egg yolks for salads, or to create wonderfully creamy scrambled eggs that will impress anyone.

Currently, I’m on a quest to perfect jiggly steamed custard eggs, aiming for a smooth top without froth or holes. After several attempts, I finally succeeded on my third try. Every failure meant having to eat my “mistakes,” which serves as a powerful motivator to improve. It’s quite disheartening, akin to swallowing my own words.

As you venture into unfamiliar territory, your mind experiences a whirlwind of emotions—caution, excitement, and anticipation. You’ll need to gather your courage and skills to navigate this new experience, and that’s where the thrill lies. With a bit of luck and the foundation of what you already know, you might even succeed on your first attempt.

Celebrating small victories, no matter how minor, can significantly boost your confidence and propel you toward greater challenges. Achievements don’t come overnight; rather, they are the result of numerous small efforts that you may not have realized you were capable of. This exploration can reveal potential lifelong hobbies or passions.

If you remain hesitant and never take the plunge into activities where you initially lack skill, you may never discover your hidden talents that could flourish with persistence.

"Embrace your beginner's mindset. Everyone starts somewhere."

?Wendy Flynn

Section 1.1: Finding Joy in the Process

Exploring new activities can be incredibly rewarding, even when you’re not great at them initially. The key is to enjoy the process and acknowledge your growth.

Subsection 1.1.1: The Power of Persistence

Chapter 2: Learning from Failure

In the video "You have to suck at something before you can be good at it," the message emphasizes that every expert was once a beginner, underscoring the importance of starting from scratch.

In another motivational video featuring David Goggins and Jocko Willink titled "DO WHAT SUCKS EVERYDAY," the focus is on embracing discomfort and pushing through challenges to achieve growth.