Does Advice Change You or Just Interest You?
Does Advice Change You or Just Interest You?
What’s Really Behind ‘Interesting’?
Why do we often find ourselves engrossed in ‘interesting’ content? It grabs our attention, taps into our emotions, and perhaps even stokes our ego. But what actionable change does it actually bring about in our behaviour? How many folks even seek actionable change in behaviour?
What Makes Something ‘Useful’?
Useful is a powerful term. It denotes something that brings about or strengthens a change in behaviour. Is that our goal when we seek advice, especially in the digital sphere crowded with unsolicited suggestions?
Why Do We Confuse the Two?
How is it that ‘interesting’ content often tricks us into believing it’s ‘useful’? Could it be the algorithms designed to keep us scrolling, or perhaps it’s our own failure to critically evaluate what and how we consume?
How to Differentiate Between ‘Interesting’ and ‘Useful’?
When scrolling through a sea of advice, what are the questions you should ask yourself to separate what’s genuinely useful from what’s merely interesting?
- Is This Actionable?: Will the advice lead to new behaviours or strengthen existing ones?
- Who’s Behind This?: Are the sources credible enough to trust for behavioural changes?
- Does It Apply to Me?: Is the advice relevant to your life and circumstances?
- Is It Concrete?: Does the advice offer specific steps for change?
- Is the Impact Long-Term?: Will this advice deliver enduring benefits or is it a short-lived trend?
What’s the Real Cost of Opting for ‘Interesting’?
When you spend your valuable time on ‘interesting’ content, what opportunities for meaningful change are you missing out on? Is the real cost just time, or is it a loss of potential growth?
Why Should You Care?
In a world where your attention is a coveted asset, what is the benefit of choosing ‘useful’ over ‘interesting’? Could the key to meaningful life changes lie in this simple choice?
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