How to learn and master a new skill

A couple questions & answers on how I approach the process of learning. I'll try to do more of these if it's of value to anyone.

"The way to remove motivation out of the picture is to build a habit" - Lex Fridman

The pursuit of habitness

Make it a habit - set a minimum amount each day - schedule it every day (minimum) 2hrs for a year or even less like 10minutes - discipline - grind it out even though you don't want to - struggle is a sign you're on the right path - see it as competition other people will give up

aren't we lucky that people like lex share their thoughts and passion online? this channel is very inspiring and goal-affirming.

He forgot to mention deliberate practice. You can spend hours practicing everyday and get nowhere if the difficulty is too easy

"mastery is impossible" is an excellent reminder to just keep going and going and never ever stop. gotta remind myself this every single day.

"Struggle is a sign that you are on the right path"-Lex(I straight away write it down and put on my study table thanks 🙏)

Spot on Lex, Spot on. I've become proficient in many different domains in my life. These include becoming a licensed architect, college professor, armature racer, surfer, golfer, solo sailor, long distance cyclist, mixed martial artist, fine art photographer and musician. All of these began with passion and obsessional interest, followed by years of daily hard work and dedication to building the skills required for each. If you love something, learning about it and mastering the skills needed to do it is an absolute joy - so do what you LOVE. The rest will follow.

You're a great role model Lex. Keep up the great work my man

Keep in mind, when your career/jobs revolve around learning, that becomes your life naturally. Lex is a great example of this. His learning of these different fields benefit his business/jobs. That can create a lot of motivation, realizing that both of these things benefit each other. Lex is part of the intelligentsia, (it’s not inherently good or bad), which means he gets paid to learn and teach. It’s kind of like an HVAC tech learning more about electricity, energy consumption, and business, then applying it. Knowledge and education is best when it benefits you just as much as others.

Thank you for the inspiration, that really means a lot. I have been struggling in my classes until I saw your videos and how you and other very skilled people see the world, what they think about the future and now. That really inspired me to be better of myself, thank you.

Thank you for this video. I found that one of the greatest obstacles of learning is the feeling that you’re no progressing fast enough. Listening to you explaining how long it takes to really learn something was refreshing and inspiring

Such a well spoken and humble guy. If only the world could be like this..

Keep doing what you are doing Lex. It's awesome to see a channel like yours grow!

Whats great about this Lex, is that people like me can discover this at any point from the moment you uploaded this, and onward. I have lost that thing called passion with my guitar, and with me falling in love with working in the trade business. Thank you for the gentle reminder on how it can be done.

Love your channel, Lex. I was amazed to see all these amazing people you talk to. Very soon after listening I can see why they would love your company. Legend mate!

Yes , looking forward to hearing the full answer. Genuine and thoughtful as always

Beautiful! Thank you. I completely agree with this credo. I've been following my passion (juggling diabolo) for the last 21 years and I do 1 hour of practice every day. Although I'm not naturally gifted at it and I started practicing pretty late in life, the rewards that I get from the discipline of it are amazing over the long run. Sometimes it's tough to keep doing the practice, when you're not motivated, but it's now a strong habit. I've been coaching students for the last 20 years and keep talking about how important discipline and habit are. It's so great to hear someone else talking about this overlooked aspect of achieving long-lasting joy and happiness in life :) Thanks Lex!!

I needed this today Lex, you're an inspiration to us all. I deeply appreciate everything you bring us. Hope your day is a good one.