We are constantly told that we can transform ourselves by reading more, listening more, watching more. We assume we will remember, understand, and apply what we take in. In educational psychology, these are called illusions of learning (discussed in Cognitive Productivity with macOS). Most people believe that re-reading is an effective learning strategy. In fact, research shows that the mind does not easily transform itself by re-reading.

I believe the key to taking control of one’s learning is to use productive practice. I explain that on substack.