Curated from: Odysseas
Ideas, facts & insights covering these topics:
12 ideas
·9.51K reads
53
Explore the World's Best Ideas
Join today and uncover 100+ curated journeys from 50+ topics. Unlock access to our mobile app with extensive features.
Imagine this: you're standing in front of a buffet with all your favorite dishes. You want to try everything, but your plate is small. What do you pick?
This is life with limited time. Create a hierarchy of your interests, like I did, ranking what's most precious.
For me, making videos topped the list, while violin found a smaller space. That clarity helped me prioritize.
Tip: Take 10 minutes today to list your passions and rank them. What would top your list?
126
1.25K reads
“It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well.”
(A sharp mind can conquer multiple domains; it’s all about how you wield it.)
108
1.09K reads
Time management isn’t about working like a robot. Think of it as budgeting for your dreams.
I started using Google Calendar and felt like a wizard conjuring free time.
For example, I blocked mornings for video editing, but evenings remained open for hobbies like playing the violin.
Story: One day, I scheduled just 20 minutes for writing, and guess what? That session birthed an idea for my most-watched video. Your turn—what’s your 20 minutes of magic?
112
947 reads
When I started college, I had to cook my meals—terrifying, right?
But I turned a chore into a craft. Instead of rushing through it, I learned knife skills, explored spices, and now?
My spaghetti is legendary!
Lesson: Find joy in routine tasks and level them up.
What could you transform? Your morning coffee? Your commute? Life’s little moments are opportunities to learn.
111
863 reads
“An unexamined life is not worth living.”
(Dive into every interest. Examining multiple paths leads to a life worth living.)
106
880 reads
Here’s a confession: I used to hop from interest to interest like a squirrel chasing shiny nuts.
Soap-making, wood carving, ultra-realistic sketching—you name it, I wanted it. But after feeling constantly inadequate, I realized the trick: focus on what aligns with your core goals and save other dreams for later.
My mantra? I can do it all—just not all at once. What shiny object is distracting you today?
109
744 reads
“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.”
(Adapting and thriving across multiple passions isn’t chaos; it’s brilliance.)
111
765 reads
Picture this: you’re climbing a steep mountain.
At first, it’s exciting, but soon your legs ache, and doubts creep in. That’s the valley of despair, where most people quit. I’ve been there with hobbies like writing and thumbnail design.
But pushing through taught me this: every struggle is proof you’re growing. Example?
When I first practiced violin, my neighbor’s dog howled. Today? They listen. What mountain are you climbing? Keep going!
102
662 reads
“Do not be afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.”
(Pursue your passions unapologetically; greatness lies in embracing every path.)
103
674 reads
Scrolling Instagram can feel like wandering into a museum of greatness. Soap-makers, musicians, artists—everyone seems a master.
I’d look at my skills and feel like a potato. Then I reframed it: instead of envy, I let their success inspire me.
My advice? Celebrate others' creativity and use it to fuel your journey.
Next time you scroll, ask yourself: what’s one thing I can create today?
103
590 reads
“Man is condemned to be free; because once thrown into the world, he is responsible for everything he does.”
(Balance your choices; every interest you pursue defines your freedom.)
102
538 reads
Think of Da Vinci—he painted, studied anatomy, and invented machines. Was he overwhelmed?
Maybe, but he balanced exploration with focus. Today, I manage my love for writing, lifting weights, and making videos by assigning each a time slot.
For instance, I lift weights during my midday break, turning physical activity into mental clarity.
Try it: Mix passion with practicality—what's one skill you can fit into your current schedule?
96
512 reads
IDEAS CURATED BY
CURATOR'S NOTE
Why settle for one path when you can conquer many? Embrace the chaos, own your ambition, and let the world chase you.
“
Similar ideas
Read & Learn
20x Faster
without
deepstash
with
deepstash
with
deepstash
Personalized microlearning
—
100+ Learning Journeys
—
Access to 200,000+ ideas
—
Access to the mobile app
—
Unlimited idea saving
—
—
Unlimited history
—
—
Unlimited listening to ideas
—
—
Downloading & offline access
—
—
Supercharge your mind with one idea per day
Enter your email and spend 1 minute every day to learn something new.
I agree to receive email updates