Optimal LEARNING (aka growth) occurs under conditions of challenge. By definition, atrophy - the decline in effectiveness or vigor - occurs in conditions of underuse or neglect.
World class musicians know this. Thus, they practice their craft daily, always pushing the limits upward.
World class athletes know this. Thus, they practice their craft daily, always pushing the limits upward.
World class researchers know this. Thus, they practice their craft daily, always pushing the limits upward.
A bit of discomforting stress is required for us to sharpen our skills, to push our performance upward, to clarify our thinking..........to get better - everyday, on purpose. This truth holds across human domains - physical, cognitive, emotional-spiritual.
World class LEARNERS know this. Thus, they practice their craft daily, always pushing the limits upward.
Aiming for comfort yields disappointment. Aiming for adequate yields average. Aiming for World Class yields exceptional.
Consequential results require consequential decisions, practices, and effort.
We get to decide, for ourselves AND for our children. And, we can start anew each day.
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