Understanding, to me, can feel difficult because it requires sustained attention and a willingness to throw away mental models that don't fit anymore. Doing both of those things take work.
It's a "cognitive load" that feels like pain but probably is just your brain adjusting to what is new.
But it can be gratifying I think. Maybe like the strain your muscles experience when you go to the gym.
Yeah, I love the analogy to working out, especially since I work out a lot. Another thing I like about the workout analogy is that while it is painful, I know I can do it if I try hard enough. I try to bring the same attitude to learning and understanding.
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Understanding, to me, can feel difficult because it requires sustained attention and a willingness to throw away mental models that don't fit anymore. Doing both of those things take work.
It's a "cognitive load" that feels like pain but probably is just your brain adjusting to what is new.
But it can be gratifying I think. Maybe like the strain your muscles experience when you go to the gym.
Yeah, I love the analogy to working out, especially since I work out a lot. Another thing I like about the workout analogy is that while it is painful, I know I can do it if I try hard enough. I try to bring the same attitude to learning and understanding.