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Shoshin: The beginner’s mind
This a Zen Buddhism concept that refers to the idea of letting go of your preconceptions and having an attitude of openness when studying a subject.
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The danger of expertise
As you grow in knowledge and expertise, your mind becomes more closed.
You tend to deny the information that disagrees with what you already know and yield to the information that confirms your current point of view.
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"When you are a true beginner, your mind is empty and open. You're willing to learn and consider all pieces of information, like a child discovering something for the first time."
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Rediscover your beginner’s mind
- Let go of the need to always contribute. Step back every now and then and just observe and listen.
- Let go of the need to win every argument. Letting go of the need to prove a point opens up the possibility for you to learn something new.
- 'Tell me more about that': St...
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Shoshin comes from Zen Buddhism that translates to “beginner’s mind”. It requires you to erase your preconceptions to learn with an open and eager mind. Bruce Lee said, “Empty your cup so that it may be filled; become devoid to gain totality.”.
Shoshin: The beginner's mind
Shoshin is the Japanese Zen term for a "beginner's mind' and refers to a paradox: The more knowledge you have on a subject, the more likely you are to close your mind to further learning.
Rediscover your beginner’s mind
- Let go of the need to always contribute. Step back every now and then and just observe and listen.
- Let go of the need to win every argument. Letting go of the need to prove a point opens up the possibility for you to learn something new.
- 'Tell me more about that': St...
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