Welcome to Polymath

Welcome to Polymath! I'm very excited to tell you that you've found your new favorite blog if you're seeking to learn so many different things in life, become a better human being overall, and make a lot of money while you sleep.

The point of this blog, first and foremost, is YOU. I created this blog to find like-minded people who have the guts to tell themselves and others around them that they're capable of doing anything imaginable. With time, effort, dedication, resources, knowledge, and experience (or learning from others' experiences), you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

Now, let's get on the same page. I'm not here to make you feel bad about yourself. I'm not here to make you feel like you're not enough. I'm here to tell you that you're more than enough. You're capable of doing more than you are now. So, to make that happen, let's set some things straight first.

Philosophies of Polymath

1 - Mindset

If you asked people if they'd accept mastery at something instantly, they'd all say yes. But the truth is, most people don't have even the slightest belief in themselves that they can achieve great things. In the age of the internet, when data and information are widely available, the idea of a polymath should be more prevalent than ever. Going for a fifth language, third instrument, or second business shouldn't seem as far-fetched as it does now. So as a polymath, you should believe that you can achieve anything. With the right research and methods, you can even shorten the path to mastery—and that's exactly the point of this blog.

2 - Goal Setting

Let me share one of my favorite jokes: "You know what, my friend? We've actually come a long way. The problem is, we came the wrong way." Nothing's more frustrating than working toward a specific goal, focusing on improving, and then realizing that what you achieved wasn't even what you truly desired from the beginning. That's why setting crystal-clear goals is the first step to becoming a polymath. Not only do you need to have a long-term vision and visualize who you want to be in the future, but you also need short-term goals that are slightly above your current level. This way, you can stay in a state of flow and continuously improve. Later in the blog, I'll dive deeper into the importance of goal setting and how to set the right goals for yourself.

3 - Roadmap

Now you have the mindset that you can achieve anything and the goals to guide you. But how do you get there? That's where the roadmap comes in. A roadmap is your compass, helping you move in the right direction and get closer to your goals day by day, step by step, little by little. The key here is consistent daily improvement. Have you ever played a game where you start at level 100? Of course not. You don't need to be perfect to start, but you do need to start to become perfect. The roadmap is your actionable plan to achieve any goal you set for yourself. I'll also be writing more about creating effective roadmaps in the blog.

4 - Sharing

Let's be honest: most of what you and I know isn't from our own experiences. We've learned it from others. That's because amazing people have shared their knowledge, experiences, and even failures with us. And that's one of the core ideas of being a polymath. Polymaths understand that sharing knowledge and experiences helps everyone grow faster. By sharing our failures, we can also help others avoid wasting time and energy. I'm working on creating a forum on this blog where people can connect, share resources and experiences, and even create challenges for each other so we can learn and grow together.

5 - Acceptance of Imperfection

This blog is an attempt to document tools, processes, tips, information, online resources, and more that you and I can use to our advantage. But let's face it: nothing is perfect—not the blog, the tools, the information, or even you and me. But that's the beauty of it. The beauty of imperfection lies in identifying weaknesses and problems and finding solutions to improve ourselves. Even though I try my best to provide well-researched and valuable content, there will always be room for improvement. If you have any suggestions, feedback, or ideas, feel free to email me at arshiyazandi@hotmail.com. You are the most important part of this blog. Thank you for joining me on this journey—we'll achieve great things together. See you soon.

PS: I didn’t include all the principles of polymathy here. I'd like this blog to evolve gradually, just like how humans improve in life. This way, you won’t feel overwhelmed, and research shows that learning things one step at a time is more effective than trying to learn everything at once. I’ll post more about the principles of polymathy in the future. Stay tuned.