In a wicked world, relying upon experience from a single domain is not only limiting, it can be disastrous. - David Epstein

Overspecialization can lead to collective tragedy even when every individual separately takes the most reasonable course of action.

The benefits to increased match quality . . . outweigh the greater loss in skills.” Learning stuff was less important than learning about oneself. Exploration is not just a whimsical luxury of education; it is a central benefit.

The jazz musician is a creative artist, the classical musician is a re-creative artist.