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Oct 9, 2023 โ€ข 3 MIN READ

3 Things I Learned Last Week #32 โ€“ Journey Through Genius Pits, Reading Tips, and To-Do Twists

Buckle up, buttercup โ€” we’re back with the 32nd episode of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”! ๐ŸŽ‰ It’s like the latest season of your favorite show but for your brain. And guess what? No waiting for a year between seasons.

Grab your bevvy of choice (alcoholic, caffeinated, or even just fancy water) and let’s dive into this weekly brain party!

On the menu this week:

  1. ๐Ÿง  Why being a smarty pants ain’t all that it’s cracked up to be.
  2. ๐Ÿ“š How to squeeze every last drop of wisdom from your dusty bookshelf.
  3. ๐Ÿ“… Why your To-Do list is actually a sneaky saboteur.

Letโ€™s get the party started! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿง  Smarty Pants Syndrome: The Downside of Being Naturally Gifted

You know that friend who was just born knowing how to play Mozart? Or maybe they solved a Rubik’s cube when they were 3?

Natural talent can seem like magic, but sometimes, even magicians get stage fright.

๐Ÿ”‘ Tidbits:

  • Those prodigies? They might just trip over their own shoelaces if theyโ€™re not careful.
  • Tying your identity to being a whiz kid can make for some not-so-fun existential crises down the line.
  • But fear not! With a bit of elbow grease and a good ol’ reality check, they can harness their talent and soar.

๐ŸŽฅ Here’s a deep dive into why sometimes itโ€™s tough at the top.

๐Ÿ“š Decoding the Da Vinci of Books: Master the Art of Learning from Them

Books can be as mysterious as a coded message.

But with the right glasses (or maybe a magnifying glass?), you can uncover secrets even Dan Brown would be jealous of.

๐Ÿ”‘ Tidbits:

  • Rather than wading through pages, look for patterns, and connect the dots.
  • Dive in! Take notes, doodle in the margins, and pick arguments with fictional characters.
  • Remember, the journey is half the fun โ€” and sharing your thoughts with friends makes it a party.

๐ŸŽฅ Need a decoder ring? Grab one here.

๐Ÿ“… Ditch the To-Do: Why Your List Might Be Cramping Your Style

Your to-do list called. It said, “Youโ€™re doing it wrong.” Time for a fresh take!

๐Ÿ”‘ Tidbits:

  • Go rogue and sync those tasks into your calendar. Watch order magically emerge from chaos.
  • Donโ€™t let curveballs get you down. Allocate a calendar slot, and keep rollin’.
  • With a dash of creativity and a pinch of planning, you might just create your daily masterpiece.

๐ŸŽฅ Learn how to turn your To-Dos into Ta-Das!

That’s a wrap! ๐ŸŽฌ If your brain’s feeling a little fuller and your spirit a bit brighter, my job here is done.

Got here via a forward? Wanna be part of the Cool Kids Club? Hit the link below.

๐Ÿ“ฉ Hop on the “3 Things” train here!

Catch ya on the flip side (or next week โ€” whichever comes first). Here’s to a week of wild discoveries and happy brain cells.

To infinity and beyond,

~ Nathan โœŒ๏ธ๐Ÿš€

Nathan Onn

Freelance web developer. Since 2012 heโ€™s built WordPress plugins, internal tools, and AI-powered apps. He writes The Art of Vibe Coding, a practical newsletter that helps indie builders ship faster with AIโ€”calmly.

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