Minimalist Homeschooling

Part 1: Unlocking the Secrets of "Study" and "Desire" in Learning

Episode Summary

In our pursuit of knowledge, how often do we unintentionally stifle or diminish our innate desire to learn? Let's unravel Leonardo da Vinci's assertion: “Study without desire spoils the memory, and it retains nothing that it takes in. - Leonardo da Vinci

Episode Notes

• The podcast explores Leonardo da Vinci's assertion about the relationship between study and desire.
• Leonardo's definition of "study" during the Renaissance was broad, encompassing observation, experimentation, and reflection beyond just rote learning.
• In Leonardo's view, studying without genuine interest or curiosity leads to superficial learning that doesn't leave a lasting impact.
• The word "desire" traces back to Latin "desiderare," suggesting a hopeful expectation or looking to the stars with longing.
• Modern interpretations of "desire" have a more negative connotation, implying a sense of lack, while the original sentiment was more optimistic.
• Reinterpreting Leonardo's quote with these definitions suggests that genuine, hopeful desire enriches the act of studying, making knowledge truly internalized and remembered.
• While today's view of "desire" often relates to passion or emotional highs, the original sentiment emphasizes deeper engagement, trust in the process, and intrinsic motivation.
• The satisfaction from studying comes not from fleeting pleasure but from deep understanding and discovery.
  
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