A few weeks ago I stumbled across a website called Brain Pickings, a vast pool of creative sources, ideas, knowledge and inspiration. Maria Popova (writer for Wired UK, The Atlantic) runs the site supported by readers and guest contributers. Every topic imaginable has been covered with the aim of enriching people's lives, bringing to light what matters in the world and why you could (or should) be interested in it.
A particular article stood out for me, one that is tackled daily by me and most probably, all of you. Concerning ambition, influence and a thirst for self-improvement, twisted with philosophy and served up on a bed of enthusiasm; you've got James T. Mangans' You Can Do Anything!.
The article featured on Brain Pickings (you can view it here.) uses a section from the book (as it's almost impossible to find a physical copy and even the link I supplied is fussy about letting you view the pages if you're not in America ) titled 14 Ways to Aquite Knowledge. ' A blueprint to intellectual growth' the passage in question highlights the power of curiosity, the art of listening and observation, success and striving for it. Basically, the things we've been advised by the people who know something about anything.
Although not mentioned in this particular extract, one of the most important elements of the book focuses on 'the art of the deadline', something I feel could use a little more practice from this end.
Practice, don't be afraid to question, never stop wondering, desire, experiment, always read and listen...most of the time.
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