Life isn’t a Polaroid Camera or Instant Noodles
In 1937, Edwin H Land founded Polaroid corporation to make consumer-friendly instant cameras and films. Polaroid pioneered the idea of creating an instant image immediately after the pic is taken; without having to go through the hassles of developing the film roll in a studio.
In 1971, Momofuku Ando- the inventor of instant noodles, decided to sell instant noodles in styrofoam cups revolutionizing the fast-food industry with cup noodles.
In terms of convenience and adding utility value to the customer, the polaroid camera and instant noodles definitely have scores off the charts. The same applies to high-speed internet, fast transportation, lightning-fast communication channels, and even dating sites that enable instant “human connections”.
When we are in a bubble that facilitates everything at lightning-fast speeds, we get acquainted with that way of living.
Imagine having to deal with 2G internet after being exposed to lightning-fast 4G?
But, unfortunately, this comfort-seeking behavior has robbed us of the chance to pursue things that interest us but choose to ignore because of the effort it entails or abandoning it due to lack of motivation after a few days.
Motivation is anyway like the fizz in soft drinks — the gas doesn’t last for too long.
Internet companies can provide large bandwidths, but to be able to reach out to a wide audience with any content, the content should be able to stand the test of time. This can be achieved only by patiently honing the craft.
Instant cup noodles can cater to instant hunger pangs, but to be able to spread an entire table with delectable dishes demand culinary skills built on hours of experimentation with cooking.
It goes without saying: anything worthwhile achieving or demands consistent practice over a long duration cannot be achieved without patience.
We all want to be that guitar player that enthralls an audience, but we conveniently choose to ignore the hours of practice that go into professional strumming.
Everyone wants to be on the forestage, but to get there, the backstage demands a lot of time.
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