The Art of Learning
The Art of Learning
Josh Waitzkin
Dave Elitch
I tell everyone I teach to get [this book]. - Dave Elitch
Ed Latimore
For your mind. - Ed Latimore
Mark Hart
[The author] was this world-class chess player, world-class martial artist, and the book [is about] his learning process. - Mark Hart
Safi Bahcall
I actually loved [this book]. - Safi Bahcall
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The Art of Learning

The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence

Josh Waitzkin
Josh Waitzkin
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Josh Waitzkin
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In "The Art of Learning," Josh Waitzkin, an eight-time national chess champion and world champion martial artist, embarks on a profound exploration of the path to achieving excellence and the deep learning that fuels it. Drawing from his extraordinary experiences in the fiercely competitive worlds of chess and martial arts, Waitzkin distills the essential principles that lead to top-tier performance. This is not merely a book about becoming better at a game or sport, but a nuanced journey into the heart of what it means to learn, grow, and excel in any discipline. Waitzkin's narrative is both a revelation and a guide, offering insight into the mindset, techniques, and strategies that can transform dedicated practitioners into masters of their craft. Through vivid anecdotes and clear, compelling prose, he reveals how concepts such as the value of depth over breadth, the power of presence, and the importance of resilience can be applied to personal and professional life. "The Art of Learning" is an inspirational manifesto for lifelong learning, inviting readers to embrace the journey of continuous improvement and discover the artistry in their pursuits.

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Released
2007
1 Jan
Length
265
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[The author] was this world-class chess player, world-class martial artist, and the book [is about] his learning process. - Mark Hart
I actually loved [this book]. - Safi Bahcall
For your mind. - Ed Latimore
I tell everyone I teach to get [this book]. - Dave Elitch
The key to pursuing excellence is to embrace an organic, long-term learning process, and not to live in a shell of static, safe mediocrity. Usually, growth comes at the expense of previous comfort or safety.
— Josh Waitzkin, The Art of Learning

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