···4848 - A person holding a hammer interacts with the world in a different way. It is a different entity. Same with ideas.
4949- Most of the world is held together with duct tape so don't be surprised when it breaks.
5050- Cultivate your information diet.
5151+- Develop [agency](https://usefulfictions.substack.com/p/how-to-be-more-agentic) (the "determination to make things happen"):
5252+ - Agency is a learnable skill, not an inherent trait.
5353+ - Ask for things, even if they seem unreasonable, to test boundaries and learn to absorb "no."
5454+ - Seek real [[Feedback]] (e.g. anonymous).
5555+ - Meet a wide range of people, as valuable opportunities often come from unexpected connections.
5656+ - Burnout is a major killer of agency and creativity. Prioritize rest and sustainable effort.