I asked ChatGPT to design an assessment to help me find my passion and suggest 3 careers:
Intelligence Analyst (OSINT)
Independent Scholar
Investigative Journalist
How do you guys determine what your passion or another's passion is?
Is it finding some nugget where no one is looking?
Is it flexing your ability to traverse the many different domains?
Or, is it getting cozy with some books and research material?
Hey fellow polymaths,
I am currently building a long time dream of mine `polygon` a minimalist simple system for polymaths to log, track and connect.
Initially was built for only me. But right now I am testing it for launching it to the internet audience. Its opensource and currently free (which I hope to maintain).
Kindly check it out and provide your valuable feedback.
website: https://polygon-dun.vercel.app/
github: https://github.com/iampruh887/polygon
EDIT:
vercel SSO protection is disabled now, try accessing the website now.
This question was probably asked many times before, but I was wondering, how do you manage to organize your time in such a way that you are able to maintain a main study - other studies balance?
I am double majoring in both Physics and Mathematics, so the workload is heavy, however I am still interested in Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science and their intersections. I enjoy learning about cybersecurity, system programming, computer hardware and theoretical CS, I have also been studying about neurochemistry and neurotransmitters for a while at this point.
I have some hobbies like searching for constellations and replenishing my inner "constellations and stars data base".
Anyway, the question is, how is it even possible to combine so many things? Or even how to stop amd switch when you really should? I guess ignoring sleep and food while continuing to go deeper into the topic is definitely not the most efficient way of learning anything
Hey guys.
I've always wanted to be a polymath embracing all fields and walks of life
From academics, philosophy, science, current affairs, geopolitics, arts to many other amazing fields out there
Is this possible??
If yes.....how do I start to know these stuff at my fingertips and how do I integrate them into my everyday discussions and reasoning
I moved countries two years ago (Spain to the UK) and I've struggled to make friends that match my curiosity or my knowledge, as arrogant as that sounds.
Back at home my friend group used to read books, used to know about history, philosophy, science. My parents are also well educated so I could have debates or intellectual conversations with them daily. I miss having someone to talk to that cares about something deeper than music, pop culture, or the stock market. I've even struggled to find people that have a clue about politics (I wouldn't say I'm very into politics, but at least I know what's going on in the elections!)
I also have this problem with my partner. He just agrees to everything I say but never engages with the conversation or entertains my ideas. I don't need him to be an intellectual but I miss a good debate.
Any tips?
Anyone who is interested in chess, mathematics, accounting, etc.; feel free to dm me!! Also if ur reallyy studious, we can compete w eachother etc. such stuff
Hello! I'm new to this sub and am here to find friends! I'm an avid reader whose main interests are history, philosophy, and literature, though I read books on other subjects as well from time to time. My aspiration is to become a writer within the next two years, and hopefully, change the world in some significant way in my lifetime. I would describe myself as an eliminativistic nihilist, though my personality is quite optimistic. I have friends in real life, but no one I can talk to about my most passionate interests. I enjoy the company of anybody who doesn't get easily offended, and is an honest person. I will especially enjoy talking to you if you can think about morality and Identity-related matters in flexible, open-minded ways.
Hopefully we get along!
(If you comment, I will message you directly)
I recently turned 40, and I've learned a lot over the years about how to make two separate professional/intellectual lives work at the same time. So far, it's gone pretty well for me -- as a national security expert, I've gotten to work on a wide range of important geopolitical problems. As an urban studies researcher, our book on how Tokyo's unique urbanism works has traveled far beyond my wildest dreams, and even got shortlisted for Urbanist Book of the Year. There have also, of course, been a lot of challenges and setbacks along the way. I've done my best to learn from them; if you think there's advice or perspective I could provide that would be useful for your own journeys, please ask me anything you want.
Edit: *two simultaneous lives lol, wish I could edit that title typo
I am kind of in a decision making overload right now. I got a couple of hundreds effective hours of free time, I don't know how to lock on a limited educational objectives in fields I pursue. I am afraid I won't be able to learn everything I need to learn in that amount of time. For example, I want to study Spanish, drawing and read a dozen books of classical literature.
How does one deal with FOMO and fear of underperforming?
Looking for new polymathic or dot-connecting friends? Study buddies? Find them here! If you come looking, leave a comment so others can find you. Remember to comment your interests AND why you find them fascinating, to start your conversations off right!
I am yet to find, but i already know it will be. Kind of :)
Do you like cerebral, creative or a mix of both?
Hey everyone! I’m looking for a like-minded accountability partner. While I can manage my time solo, I want to level up. If you share a similar drive for self-improvement and learning, I think we can push each other to accomplish some great things.
Someone driven, curious, and willing to check in regularly so we can both maximize our daily productivity and stay on top of our respective goals.
Feel free to drop a comment below or slide straight into my DMs! When you message, please introduce yourself with:
Looking forward to connecting!
I derived some maths to understand human psyche and try to ignore low conscious people irresoectuve of their wealth, status etc.
Now at peace with my nervous system.
Wanted to connect with someone so i could learn and discuss this
I'm just bored, and so i'm making a map for creating stories. So my brain don't get confused.
I just gotta keep putting more onto it.
In time, I will make a complete mind map of creating stories using visuals.
For some reason... i'm board
E+I+R+M+C+C+R= story outcome
Exposition, Inciting Incident, Rising Action, Midpoint Twist, Crisis, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.
Bace is all information on story, like theme, World building, Characters= too plot
Plot is effected by Conflicts. And by subplots to the resolution.
By this character makes plot go forward- by motivation, and goals. And effected by internal or external conflict.
And are put into key events.
The confused part is this, characters learn throughout the story, learning could change the outcome of events to resolution.
Events can also affect main character by relationship chemistry. That also reflects motivation and goals changes.
Character effects character. Character effects characters, Character effects self. second main character effects main character by self confict by main character =Conflict
Or main character self conflict effects second main character effects self conflicts.
That also could be affected by external conflicts. Whehrjrjj.
T-T. I need to make some maps diagrams for this.
I got it. Make a story to make this make sense.
Hello, we’re some physicists, mathematician and chess players that was wondering if someone would like to be friends to learn these topics from each other? Thanks.
Hey y'all, I just realized this sub exists, joined immediately. I made a mind map recently that helps learn all the Maker-related topics I could think of.
It's not a social endeavor, it's free there aren't any ads. The map itself structures a lot of topics logically which I think is helpful in itself, but if you click on any one of them there's more context inside each of the 1700+ topics. Not enough to get fully educated on that topic in a bubble, but enough to highlight key ideas and definitions so you have something to sink your teeth into on internet searches. You can take notes and track your progress too. And you can modify the map, build out your own branches, delete default ones I added that you don't like etc. I made this for people who want to be well-rounded Makers, I don't gatekeep what that means, I just wanted to add some helpful shape to the learning journey. This would be only a small subset of polymathy but seems pretty well aligned with this community's goals I think so I wanted to share.
The site has English and German versions of the mindmap, I can add more languages of anyone has a specific interest. Ofc if you can read this, you already know English or have a translation tool - I'm just saying I'm willing to take the time to make it a little easier on you if it helps you learn more effectively. For your consideration.
If you have questions comments concerns please post them here, the site you see in the screenshots has no social anything, you can only reach me on Reddit. Hope this helps someone here