Ever watched a brilliant person completely shut down when faced with new ideas? Or found yourself drowning in expert content without actually growing? Here’s the plot twist: we’re all doing it wrong, and I learned this the hard way.
The Problem with Being “Smart”
Like most people, I used to think learning was simple:
Find successful people
Check their impressive backgrounds
Count their followers
Absorb their wisdom like a sponge
Spoiler alert: This approach isn’t just ineffective — it’s actually holding you back.
The Traditional Learning Trap
Here’s what most of us do when we encounter new advice:
