in this unscripted episode, i share the joy (and nerves) of trying things for the first time, from making yogurt, ceramics, my first kung fu class, and more. we talk beginner’s mind, novelty, and why playing with new experiences rewires your brain and softens perfectionism. if you’ve been craving a gentle nudge to begin, this is it.

show notes:

• why i hit record with no script (letting authenticity lead)

• dreams, preparedness, and the part of me that wants freedom from over-planning

• being a beginner on purpose: choosing joy over mastery

• perfectionism vs play: how “being bad” at something can be spiritual practice

• novelty, dopamine, and neuroplasticity: why your brain loves new

• breaking autopilot: tiny experiments that shift identity (“i’m someone who tries things”)

• • creative ways to learn: youtube university, bartering, shadowing, and asking for mentorship
  • money shouldn’t be the barrier: scrappy ways to get reps without breaking the bank
• • the inner child lens: letting little-you be excited for your next first

  
  

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