“There is often more power in “knowing how” rather than “knowing that.” The markers used to navigate a river are indeterminate in order to be practical. … The aim is to offer not solutions, but rather mechanisms for generating solutions.”

— Keller Easterling, Extra-statecraft

Whether reading a book, watching a film, or observing a painting, make sure you make it yours.

That means internalizing your perception via a filter, ideally in relation to an idea, point of view or project you're currently engaged with.

Often, you will have a stronger connection to the work, as you are embodying it within a relatable context. And it enables you to appreciate the work over time, via different vantages.

“I’m just excited to get a new perspective on reality. Because that’s the cycle: collect, reflect.” There’s a long pause. “I’m still figuring it out and I’ll be figuring it out for the rest of my life. All I can do now is live.”