Did you know the more you do something, the easier it gets over time? Sounds pretty straightforward right?
Actually there's a whole study that proves this point and teaches YOU how to use it for yourself.
Described by Hermann Ebbinghaus, a German psychologist, in 1885. The Learning Curve is a visual representation of how "practice makes perfect."
Understanding the Learning Curve can help you with:
- Better retention of learned information.
- Experiment with new learning techniques.
- Gain a deeper understanding of how our memorisation works.
The curve actually represents learning performance and the time required to master a skill.
There are 3 phases:
- Initial learning phase (=start)
- Your input and output (=time)
- Goals and results (=plateau)
Now that we understand the basics, what learning curve would apply most to you?
Deminishing Returns
- Rapid increase at the start (= a lot of risk)
- Decreased output over time (= too much pressure)
- Long plateau (= uncertain what to do next)
Increasing Returns
- Slow increase at the start (= thoughtful approach)
- Increased output over time (=consistency)
- Centred plateau (=measured action)
S-Curve
- Slow improvement at the start (= induced dopamine)
- Increased output in the middle (= consistent achievement)
- Returning plateau (= new challenges)
Complex Curve
- Low improvement at the start (= too much fears)
- Massive output in the middle (= urgency)
- Multiple plateaus (= uncertainty)
Why the learning curve matters to YOU:
- When starting something new, we feel motivated but this can quickly diminish, resulting in a plateau.
- Growing from motivation to discipline is key to achieve results.
- Repeated consistency to a certain subject will result in faster mastery of that subject.
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