Ultralearning is deep self-education to learn hard things in less time. I’ve written before about how I’ve used this approach to learn MIT computer science, multiple languages and cognitive science. I’ve touched on some of the aspects of ultralearning in previous articles. It focuses on learning depth-first, breaking impasses down into prerequisites you can finish […]
Should Learning Be Hard?
There are generally two opinions when it comes to learning. It should be intense and focused or it should be made easier to encourage more of it.
A Simple Strategy for Getting Better at Things
How often do you wish that you were better at something? It often requires a lot of work to reach the next level. Learn simple strategies about improvement.
The Problem with Advice
Calibrating your life comes down to finding the right balance between too much and too little. Learn how to calibrate that path when it comes to advice.
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