Getting into the “right” psychological state is important before starting something new.
However, the “right” state isn’t what you think…
The right state may *feel* like the wrong state.
Huh? Two examples.
1. Let’s say you’re going back to the gym for the first time in a while. 😱
Go in with the goal of trying to be as *uncomfortable* as possible for as *long* as possible. Not “getting stronger” or “losing 5 pounds”. Simply – getting uncomfortable.
Why? This raises your endurance levels and keeps you motivated (as you wanted and expected to be uncomfortable).
2. Now, let’s say you’re starting to learn a new subject or a new job.
Go in with the goal of learning so you feel out of your depth, and then spend time swimming around in the deep end.
Start with the fundamentals, and layer on new information until you feel you’re “at capacity” – then keep diving in.
Learning something new, similar to restarting at the gym, is an uncomfortable feeling.
TL;DR go in expecting and wanting discomfort for superhuman resilience ;).
