Free guide on emotional intelligence: https://newsletter.sankalpgarud.org/52waysguide In this episode, I talk with Scott Young on how to master learning. We talk about his new book Get Better at Anything. We talk about important topics in learning such as the role of feedback, the problem of transfer, importance of meta learning, and more. 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Meet Scott Young: The Learning Expert 02:09 About Get Better at Anything (Scott's new book) 06:18 The Emotional Payoff of Learning 08:29 Classifying Skills 15:28 The Role of Identity in Learning 21:59 Directness vs. Building Blocks in Learning 29:20 The Effectiveness of Standardized Testing 32:49 The Transfer of Skills: Chess as a Case Study 41:02 Addressing Criticisms and Beliefs in Meta Learning 42:44 Defining Meta Learning 45:21 Debunking Learning Styles Theory 49:16 The Importance of Meta Learning in Skill Acquisition 50:25 Exploring Personal Learning Projects 59:13 The Role of Feedback 01:11:17 Future Directions in Learning Research 01:20:46 Practical Tips for Your Learning Journey