I like the idea of writing as proof of thinking, not performance of authority. The “1-3 steps behind you” frame is useful too. It keeps the writer close enough to the problem to be helpful, without pretending to be standing on a mountain with a megaphone.
Thanks for the insightful post. I truly do want to guide others and help them especially with things I struggled with. I used to be afraid of failing, now I embrace it as failing is a guide to improvement. It gives you the blueprint of what not to do next time. Then you adjust, adapt and change up your ideas to find a solution. I am only beginning my journey with writing and videos but the more I keep writing, making content and even reading different perspective the more growth I feel.
I’ve come to feel that wisdom is the truly scarce medium — maybe because it usually comes with a cost. If there were a formula for creating it, I suspect I’d already be wise by now.
I also think we sometimes treat writing as a way to show what we know, especially in education. But wisdom feels like a better indicator of understanding. It shows up in the questions we ask, each one building on the last. I’m not sure how one teaches that except by example. Hearing from people who think deeply — and reading their reflections when they take the time to document their current state — feels like a gift.
That’s why I appreciated the humility you showed in describing your own learning process. I doubt wisdom can ever be commoditized; it lives in the process, and it always leads to more questions. Its value is in giving it away freely so the conversation can continue. Thanks again.
i am 16 years old. i wanna tell you how much i appreciate your writing and all of the things i learn from you. you are my inspiration, and you are guiding me a life that is profoundly created
This is a great roadmap for adults, but looking at it through an educational lens, we can't expect people to write or think deeply like this without a foundation. For kids, the priority needs to be nurturing raw creativity first, that's the spark they need to actually drive these higher-level skills later in life.
I like the idea of writing as proof of thinking, not performance of authority. The “1-3 steps behind you” frame is useful too. It keeps the writer close enough to the problem to be helpful, without pretending to be standing on a mountain with a megaphone.
Another week of feeling intellectually fulfilled! Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the insightful post. I truly do want to guide others and help them especially with things I struggled with. I used to be afraid of failing, now I embrace it as failing is a guide to improvement. It gives you the blueprint of what not to do next time. Then you adjust, adapt and change up your ideas to find a solution. I am only beginning my journey with writing and videos but the more I keep writing, making content and even reading different perspective the more growth I feel.
I like the idea of climbing the mountain alongside your followers to guide them, not just telling them what to do
I always enjoy reading your work. If I start writing one post every week, it will be because of you. Thanks a ton. Keep writing!
Cooking as always, good work brother :)
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Legends 🤌🔥.
I’ve come to feel that wisdom is the truly scarce medium — maybe because it usually comes with a cost. If there were a formula for creating it, I suspect I’d already be wise by now.
I also think we sometimes treat writing as a way to show what we know, especially in education. But wisdom feels like a better indicator of understanding. It shows up in the questions we ask, each one building on the last. I’m not sure how one teaches that except by example. Hearing from people who think deeply — and reading their reflections when they take the time to document their current state — feels like a gift.
That’s why I appreciated the humility you showed in describing your own learning process. I doubt wisdom can ever be commoditized; it lives in the process, and it always leads to more questions. Its value is in giving it away freely so the conversation can continue. Thanks again.
I would like you to review my article, it's related to creativity,
https://naman311382.substack.com/p/is-creativity-a-need-or-merely-a?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=76nfqb
i am 16 years old. i wanna tell you how much i appreciate your writing and all of the things i learn from you. you are my inspiration, and you are guiding me a life that is profoundly created
Oh thank you so much Craig! It was great and helpful 😊😊
I really want to be able to combine unique ideas like this on diverse topics that'll help solve a problem and add value to people's lives.
Liked the way you articulate, thanks for perspective
How is this not premium?
This is a great roadmap for adults, but looking at it through an educational lens, we can't expect people to write or think deeply like this without a foundation. For kids, the priority needs to be nurturing raw creativity first, that's the spark they need to actually drive these higher-level skills later in life.
Craig.
These 4 skills really go a long way.
I want to ask a question though.
Is it necessary I write everyweek ?
I find it comfortable to write once in two weeks without being exhausted.
As I am in college and thus trying to balance my grades and what I do outside it ( writing)
And I am also consistent in posting biweekly too.
Although i am worried 😟 if I won't get seen because I do not show up weekly.