Polymathy: A Symphony of Knowledge

Become a polymath, now.

Polymathy, at its heart, is the pursuit of knowledge across multiple disciplines. It is a celebration of human curiosity.

Think of it as turning the cacophony of scattered knowledge into a symphony.

But isn’t it better to be a specialist?

Shouldn’t we focus on mastering one field instead of dabbling in many?

Isn’t it harder to become a polymath than a specialist?

What makes polymathy more valuable in today’s world?

The answers may surprise you.

Icons of Polymathy

History is filled with remarkable polymaths who reshaped the world. Here are a few to inspire your journey:

• Leonardo da Vinci: Drawing, anatomy, engineering, mathematics, physics

• Nikola Tesla: Physics, engineering

• Elon Musk: Engineering, business, computer science, space exploration

• Steve Jobs: Technology, design, marketing

• Benjamin Franklin: Writing, science, politics

• Aristotle: Philosophy, biology, physics, political science, logic

• Buckminster Fuller: Architecture, engineering, philosophy

These individuals didn’t limit themselves to one field. They dared to explore and connect disciplines, leaving legacies that still influence us.

Why Polymathy Supercharges Your Brain

Polymathy transforms how your brain works.

The moment you decide to become a polymath, your brain starts to absorb information. Because you understand how valuable each discipline is.

When you grasp the importance of everything, you focus harder, your memory works like magic.

You stop wasting time like many specialists do, endlessly chasing diminishing returns in a single field. Instead, you excel where it matters most.

Also when you know there are lot to learn, you don’t waste time, you learn how to learn and it becomes enjoyable to study, and work. (haha, win win).

And a polymath may master better than a specialists in any discipline.

Love the Learning Curve

The learning curve is real, and it’s your best friend. Here’s why:

Specialists spend years chasing incremental improvements. When you start learning something,

• your first 6 month might give you 30% of the knowledge.

• The next 6 month, it drops to 25%.

• The third 6 month? Maybe 10%.

• By the fourth 6 month, you’re grinding for 5% improvements.

Progress slows down as expertise grows.

But here’s the hack: in many disciplines, you don’t need 100% mastery.

Skills like sketching, for instance, shine at 70-80%. You don’t need awards; you need utility.

This approach saves time and keeps learning fun.

Master the basics, get good enough, and move on to the next exciting challenge.

Let the specialists toil for perfection while you dominate multiple fields.

What to Learn: Ruthless Selection

Not all knowledge is equal. As Sherlock Holmes famously said,

"I don’t give a damn about the solar system."

Why? Because it wasn’t useful to him.

To be a polymath, adopt the same ruthlessness. Focus on disciplines that add value to your life and goals. Here’s a practical guide:

• Psychology: Understand people, including yourself. It’s the key to persuasion, relationships, and self-mastery.

• Computer Science: In the digital age, coding isn’t optional. It’s the language of power.

• Dietetics: Master your body through nutrition. Good health is the foundation of all achievement.

• Philosophy: Learn to think critically and question everything. The world’s most successful people are often great thinkers.

• Finance: If you can’t manage money, money will manage you. Period.

Will knowing the orbit of Pluto make you a better programmer, entrepreneur, or artist?

If not, discard it.

How to Love Learning

Learning isn’t just an obligation; it’s a privilege. To love it, you must see its utility. Here’s how:

• Understand the "Why": Knowledge becomes meaningful when you know you will use it.

  • Psychology helps you sell, communicate, and understand yourself.

  • Dietetics gives you the energy to conquer your day.

  • Philosophy helps you find purpose.

• Embrace Practicality: Focus on actionable knowledge. Don’t study something just because it sounds impressive. Study it because it changes your life.

• Gamify Your Progress: Track your learning like a video game. Achieve milestones, collect “skills,” and level up.

• Teach What You Learn: The fastest way to love knowledge is to share it. Teaching clarifies your understanding and boosts your confidence.

Don’t be afraid of Polymathy

Let’s not sugarcoat it: polymathy isn’t easy. Society loves specialists.

Ignore them. Specialists are foot soldiers; polymaths are generals.

The world’s greatest innovators—Da Vinci, Tesla, and even Elon Musk—excelled because they refused to stay in one lane.

Polymathy is your rebellion against mediocrity.

Start learning, applying and evolving, now :)