I am a keen amateur magician. My "practice" sessions can amount to messing with a deck of cards. At the end I've learnt little but have enjoyed myself.
When I practice deliberately I achieve something - I find some tiny difference of action or a new handling.
Doing something unthinkingly but often will not produce mastery. Spending time on critical evaluation and with real focus on improvement dramatically improves your chances.
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Good Distinction
Submitted by Andrew on October 7, 2007 - 12:05.
Philip,
The distinction you make is important.
I am a keen amateur magician. My "practice" sessions can amount to messing with a deck of cards. At the end I've learnt little but have enjoyed myself.
When I practice deliberately I achieve something - I find some tiny difference of action or a new handling.
Doing something unthinkingly but often will not produce mastery. Spending time on critical evaluation and with real focus on improvement dramatically improves your chances.
Andrew