Summary - The Art Of Learning: Based On The Book By Josh Waitzkin

SUMMARY

THE ART OF LEARNING

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JOSH WAITZKIN

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: SPEEDY LIBRARY

CONTENT

The Foundation - Early Innocent Moves in Chess

Losing to Win - The First Taste of Defeat and its Lessons

Two Approaches to Learning - Entity vs. Incremental Theories

Loving the Game - Intrinsic Motivation and Finding Your Voice

The Soft Zone - Cultivating Presence and Managing Distraction

The Downward Spiral - Recovering from Errors and Maintaining Presence

Changing Voice - The Pitfalls of Imitation and the Return to Self

Breaking Stallions - Finding Harmony with One's Natural Disposition

Beginner's Mind - Embracing New Arts and Synthesizing Knowledge

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

The Art Of Learning by Josh Waitzkin chronicles the author's unique journey from a childhood chess prodigy to a world champion in the demanding sport of Tai Chi Chuan Push Hands. The narrative delves into the principles and philosophies that underpin mastery in both mental and physical disciplines. Waitzkin explores the psychology of competition, emphasizing the crucial role of mindset, adaptation to challenges, and the cultivation of resilience. The book unveils a framework for understanding the learning process itself, revealing how seemingly different pursuits can be linked by fundamental concepts of skill development and peak performance.

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Release date

Audiobook: March 27, 2025