In this episode, I challenge the idea that we can learn effectively by "learning from scratch." I discuss how starting with the basics runs learning in the wrong direction, and how genuine learning only happens when we embed ourselves inside real environments. I use the difference in strength between bodybuilders and naturally strong individuals to highlight the problem with trying to design our learning artificially.
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video references for this episode
- face slap: https://youtu.be/yO-lKVDFusI?feature=shared&t=2191
- arm wrestling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmhQoyOf5Cs
- deadlifting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwiC60GLEfQ
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