Nick and Tyler debunk the meaning of the word "amateur." Who knew it had to do with love? So spicy. They also outline 5 habits of mind every amateur should possess. Think of habits of mind like Aristotelian virtues; they're formed through daily practice, which will involve successes and failures. But don't be afraid to get back on the horse! We're all amateurs here on Eden Revisited, but it's the love that sustains us and the curiosity that keeps us tinkering.
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LINKS

• Artwork of John August Swanson
• "The Inventor" by John August Swanson
• Washington Post article on how Isaac Newton used a pandemic shutdown to his advantage
• Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World  by David Epstein
• Cracked magazine article on notable amateurs, including Gregor Mendel, Catholic monk
• Freakonomics coin toss experiment