What I am getting at is that no matter how good we think we are when it comes to a certain talent, it will mean absolutely nothing in the end if you refuse to learn more.

The number one mistake that most rookies end up in is that while they do have talent for something (such as music, cooking, directing or sports), they feel they do not need guidance by anyone because they do believe that they are good enough for their passion, because of arrogance, self-pride and lack of discipline.

Always remain teachable, because one of our most basic human traits is that we will always have much to learn.

Whenever you’re starting something new, always start off slow and let someone guide you through the ropes. Pay attention and take everything to heart, and don’t always assume that you know everything regardless of what you learn. The world doesn’t always work “your way” no matter how much you want it to.

Simply put, the kind of people who will not succeed in life? The ones that refuse to learn.

From ClaireNancy