> Get the right kind of music going, it's time to focus 😎
## Brainstorming
### Topic
%%What is the big idea you're thinking about? Why are you writing this? %%
- Why self-improvement isn't enough, and what we can look for
### References
%%Are there any existing notes, resources, or experiences that come to mind related to the topic? For each thing, why is it related and how can it be helpful? %%
- [[Transcend]]
### Brain Dump
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Write out any other thoughts that come to mind, then create a cognitive scaffolding that combines your references and brain dump.
Break it down into branches and sub-ideas for further elaboration %%
- The problem with only self-improvement
- Feeling like you're doing everything right
- Successful job or are getting good grades
- Workout every day
- Healthy diet
- Have interesting hobbies
- More socially charismatic
- But you still can feel depressed. Why is that?
- Stuck in [[Having mode]], where we follow [[The default path]] for security
- [[Growth for the sake of growth]] and an [[Achievement Society]]
- But in reality, we're neglecting a state more fulfilling
- [[Being mode]] from following [[Intrinsic motivation]]
- This is what is known as [[Self-Actualization]]
- A never ending journey
- Realizing your full potential
- How?
- [[Divine double]]
- [[Wisdom]]
- [[My Resources/My MOCs/Creativity|Creativity]]
- Become a [[Polymath]]
- Embark on [[The pathless path]]
## Organized Ideas
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A place to start your rough (or maybe even final) draft.
What writing framework or checklist best works to guide you towards your ideal finished product?
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## Potential Outputs
%% What can I use these ideas for? Content, new notes, etc. %%