Sometimes we think about changing an aspect of our lives, or adding something new, like a hobby or project.
But from a notion in our mind to that idea being realized is a journey. Malcom Gladwell suggested it takes 10,000 hours to master something. I’ve always been intrigued by the answer the Dalai Lama gave regarding how long it took to experience the life-changing effects of meditation. He said, “around 50 hours.”
Which raises the question, if we want to, for example, make a career transition, take up running, painting, gardening, start a writing project, are we willing to devote “around 50 hours.”Because an awareness of the time it will take helpfully shapes our expectations of success.
——
If you know someone who might like to receive a daily email of On Emotions CLICK HERE.
To download or share a free copy of my new book How to Feel (a little better): 50 Ideas for 2024 CLICK HERE.
On Emotions 