5. Take action and collect data

While going through Steps #2 - #4, you might find some aspects of your plan unappealing.

That feeling is a data point, indicating that you may still like your interest overall, but there are some parts of it you’d find boring.

However: it’s not a valid data point until you take action on your plan. Any feelings you experience before that are merely expectations, which are often influenced by biases and social interactions.

Collect data about your feelings as you go through the process of planning and executing. They’ll help you figure out your likes and dislikes.