The Valley of Disappointment

A self-help concept that I myself find helpful

This week I was introduced to a concept from James Clear’s book Atomic Habits. I haven’t read the book. I know nothing else about it. I’m moderately allergic to productivity self-help books. HOWEVER, I like this idea and it describes a particular moment in learning improv, so here are some words.

The theory is when you’re learning a new skill, you expect…