Knowing too much can be a curse

[Bright0515]

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

You made an important point here op, there is nothing like a perfect start when it comes to business, investments or anything you are starting up, a lot of people are great at what they do not only because they took out time to learn but also they had to start from somewhere. There are so many people that haven't started up their investment in Bitcoin like they said they would and it's been years now and they still haven't made any move, this is because they are procrastinating and assuming that they would need to get a specific amount of money before they can have a perfect investment but it doesn't always work that way.

[o48o]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

That doesn't sound like a problem of knowing too much.

More like a problem of prioritization and self-regulation combined with "perfectionism". Even though i don't think perfectionism is a good word for it, because in reality, it's more about acceptance and low self worth. Not seeing the big picture but getting stuck on the details. And what ever the product is, it's going to be perfect only to the creator if it ever finishes. In most cases, rest of the people don't see the constant improvements you made. They see only the final product, and it's most likely going to be still be imperfect.

Best advice i have heard to get over this is to embrace your flaws.

[henmark]

Too much knowledge can never be a curse as it prepares you for the business and risks associated with it. It prepares you to make sensible decisions in investments and also how to deal with looses. Bear in mind that in business and investment there are more risks and uncertainty, without proper knowledge its difficult to mentally prepared for all that in advance. If you what to excel in any field of life then you have to take a practical steps regardless of all the hindrances in that path. If you keep on thinking, you will just waste your time and won't be able to excel.

It is not that knowledge has always made everyone successful or that every knowledge has been magnified with distinction. There are many such things in our society that every knowledgeable person is involved in. A knowledgeable person on social media beats an unknowledgeable person and behind him a knowledgeable person with a policeman does nothing. I believe that it may be the fault of the person who does not have knowledge but what are two knowledgeable people doing here? One is beating unjustly and the other is doing nothing unjustly. Educated people are very stupid in today's era because they think that knowledge is a great thing but if there is no distinction, feeling and behavior in it, then there is no benefit of such knowledge. I always look at knowledge less and morality first because everyone can gain knowledge but very few people know love, respect, morality, therefore knowledge is not a curse for everyone but for those who do cursed things after gaining knowledge, knowledge is actually a big curse.

Knowledge alone is of no use. Knowledge should be converted into experience and only then we can expect the returns. Gaining knowledge is not that difficult in today's world but implementing that knowledge to turn profits is something that almost everyone misses. Thinking that we have the required knowledge and can excel at things is the worst mistake one can do.

We should not just showcase everyone but make the most out of the knowledge we gained. Gaining knowledge and starting to practice until we reach perfection can make our dreams come true. Yes, mistakes are definitely going to follow but that is how we learn.

[lionheart78]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

It is not knowing too much that is a curse but the fear and lack of confidence.  Knowing the all-around of something is a blessing, IMO, because knowing the risk and how to control or minimize it can save us a lot of trouble.

Knowing everything or too much knowledge about the business venture one is planning is a cheat.  He will know the possible outcome if he chooses from the options of action he can take.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

Indeed, if one has a plan and all the needed stuff is ready, there is nothing left to do but execute the plan. It would be a waste of time if we delay our first step, worst we might miss the opportunity, especially if our planned business venture is seasonal.

[Hamza2424]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

Really bro, I have been in this phase, but I realized my mistake soon, and now I just put my other step ahead without thinking, and then the other, and that's how I am moving. I try to move forward instead of standing at the same place for so long in the fear of landmines, haha.

Same like that movie in which a soldier was stuck in the sand for so long, fearing there were landmines, and another even said there were none. He did not believe him and stayed there for so long because of his mind and fear of losing his life.

Although some firstborns try to do everything perfectly, not all firstborns are like this. The majority of us are, maybe I am wrong. Because 2nd and 3rd borns can also like perfection, but rarely haha. Anyway, there must be a psychological explanation for this. But yep, we should snap out of it if we really want to move forward.

[Fiasem20]

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

You made an important point here op, there is nothing like a perfect start when it comes to business, investments or anything you are starting up, a lot of people are great at what they do not only because they took out time to learn but also they had to start from somewhere. There are so many people that haven't started up their investment in Bitcoin like they said they would and it's been years now and they still haven't made any move, this is because they are procrastinating and assuming that they would need to get a specific amount of money before they can have a perfect investment but it doesn't always work that way.

The expectation of starting perfect has made most people remain where they are,you mustn’t start perfectly as a beginner,those set of individuals that started from the scratch usually gain more insight than those that are wanting to become perfect before they start.It would be so hurtful when an individual has planned a particular project/goal in their head and they couldn’t fulfill it at the end of the day because they had the thought of not knowing more than enough,it’s no doubt that knowledge is essential in achieving whatever we’ve desired but waiting to gain the whole knowledge before starting might be delaying in most endeavors of our lives especially in the crypto space,start with the knowledge you’ve acquired otherwise procrastination might summarize all you dreamed of.

[Yeesha]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

There’s no perfect time, the earlier you realised that fixing yourself and your life is important, the better for you. Opportunity does not need us, we are the ones looking for opportunities badly. And there's no way you will see any opportunity if you didn’t create it. There is a proverb that says "If the mountain will not go to Mohammed, then Mohammed must go to the mountain" if your only way to succeed in trading, business or investment is through learning, the search for knowledge. There is nothing like curse in the process of acquiring knowledge. Knowledge is never enough, because no matter how knowledgeable you are, you will come across new things. So let's be realistic, life is all about continuous learning.

[Stable090]

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements.

As an investor, you shouldn’t wait till everything is perfect, because if you are waiting for perfect time, then you just going to keep on waiting and nothing is really going to happen. Most people that are so knowledgeable will always want to wait for perfect time, but there is nothing like perfect time, just start your investment or business gradually, and keep on building it. Everyone started gradually, we didn’t know everything when we started, but with time, you will keep on improving yourself, and you will be able to build yourself.

[Nothingtodo]

Those who know too much will want to start working 100% perfectly before starting any work and this is their limitation and if for some reason the handdet percentage is not perfect then they will turn off that work and pretty much withdraw themselves.
But those who know little will start working and gradually try to perfect the work and even if it is not 100% perfect they will get busy to fulfill their goal. But people who know too much will want 100% perfect at first but may not get it in reality. If for some reason people who know too much fail they will stop themselves in such a way that later they will not want to do that work a second time. Yes that is why sometimes knowing too much can also be dangerous for a person.

[Powerjumboo]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

Knowing too much is not a curse. The way you have presented it seems that knowing too much about a subject is a curse, but it is not. Of course, if you do not have good experience, skills and knowledge about a subject, you cannot survive there. For example, you have talked about business and trading. If I do not have good experience and good knowledge, then I will not be able to survive because when I go into business, I must have business knowledge. If I do not have business knowledge, then I will not be able to do business. Maybe you have said from your point of view that if I know too much, I may lose interest in that subject because I have learned too much about it and I know what is there and what is not there. Without thinking about these things, if you want to do something, you must gain experience there. It is not right to do anything without gaining experience.

[Joeboy]

As an investor, you shouldn’t wait till everything is perfect, because if you are waiting for perfect time, then you just going to keep on waiting and nothing is really going to happen. Most people that are so knowledgeable will always want to wait for perfect time, but there is nothing like perfect time, just start your investment or business gradually, and keep on building it. Everyone started gradually, we didn’t know everything when we started, but with time, you will keep on improving yourself, and you will be able to build yourself.

I don't really think the problem is about knowing too much, coz even those with little knowledge too at times keep waiting and delaying themselves due to fear and uncertainty.. While too much knowledge at times can even encourage someone to take a step since they very well have some idea about what they are about to venture into...All that matters is that folks should never think that waiting is the solution...Even if the investment or business that you want to venture into requires much capital...Rather than waiting,  if possible try starting with smaller capital first so that they would be able to learn more about that venture as they go...

[Prince patrick]

Yes, there is no perfect time to do something, you should just do it once and for all, instead of waiting all year, but speaking of business or heavy investments, you should understand that it's best to be calm, you don't have to be in a hurry, Good decision isn't made when you are in a hurry, people should be allowed to sleep over it, have a rethink, ask questions, you don't need to make the research on your own, sometimes asking for other people's opinions might help, but I feel like your topic is totally different from what you wrote down. I just had to pick few things, and add it up together, so I could give you a reply.

[Finebone]

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements.

This has more to do with procrastination and self doubt than knowing a lot, because if you are very knowledgeable in a particular field, you would not be scared or feeling doubtful in starting what you are sure you can easily execute due to what you already know. It's true that everyone including those that are already knowledgeable improve when they start getting a real life experience, but I don't think that knowing too much is the main cause of refusing to start something you already knows of.

The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

What you said here is true, you don't need to be perfect from the start, and see too many flaws becomes a big problem, since those working for you wouldn't have that freedom to do their job, because they will start thinking that their efforts will not be enough for you.

[Emjay24]

You made an important point here op, there is nothing like a perfect start when it comes to business, investments or anything you are starting up, a lot of people are great at what they do not only because they took out time to learn but also they had to start from somewhere. There are so many people that haven't started up their investment in Bitcoin like they said they would and it's been years now and they still haven't made any move, this is because they are procrastinating and assuming that they would need to get a specific amount of money before they can have a perfect investment but it doesn't always work that way.

Trying to get a perfect start is delay tactics, There's nothing like a perfect start. You can always start and improve on your strategies as you learn more about the investment vehicle or business proceedings.

BTC investment does not require a huge capital to start, as little as $10 is good to kick off, but most people ignore the proficiency of DCA and are continuously looking for a huge sum to buy at once to hit big profits in a short while and they've been waiting for years now while BTC price keeps appreciating.

While we wait for a perfect start, we loose a lot in the wait.... The best thing is simple, start first, even though little, you keep adjusting your tactics on the go.

[Rengga Jati]

We should not just showcase everyone but make the most out of the knowledge we gained. Gaining knowledge and starting to practice until we reach perfection can make our dreams come true. Yes, mistakes are definitely going to follow but that is how we learn.

Many people actually have genuine ability. But, they tend to keep a low profile. They prefer not to draw attention. Yet, behind the scenes, they work with agility and careful deliberation. They're working smart rather than just working hard. While some are willing to share their knowledge. Many others are reluctant to do so. Personally, however, I believe we must truly optimize our knowledge and abilities. So that we can be fully confident in our decisions. Naturally, after weighing factors such as potential risks and possible gains.

As an investor, you shouldn’t wait till everything is perfect, because if you are waiting for perfect time, then you just going to keep on waiting and nothing is really going to happen. Most people that are so knowledgeable will always want to wait for perfect time, but there is nothing like perfect time, just start your investment or business gradually, and keep on building it. Everyone started gradually, we didn’t know everything when we started, but with time, you will keep on improving yourself, and you will be able to build yourself.

When investing, especially in crypto, nothing is ever 100% perfect. There are bound to be gaps or discrepancies. Particularly regarding the figures. That is why we manage the process. This is to achieve the most optimal gains possible. While simultaneously mitigating the risks that we might face. Everything requires careful consideration. This also must be grounded in prudent judgment and wise risk management.

[Bright0515]

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements.

As an investor, you shouldn’t wait till everything is perfect, because if you are waiting for perfect time, then you just going to keep on waiting and nothing is really going to happen. Most people that are so knowledgeable will always want to wait for perfect time, but there is nothing like perfect time, just start your investment or business gradually, and keep on building it. Everyone started gradually, we didn’t know everything when we started, but with time, you will keep on improving yourself, and you will be able to build yourself.

Good point, improvement actually starts when you make a move or put in effort to get an investment or a business but a lot of people wait until they have everything figured out before making an investment but that's one mistake that they make, there is no way you can actually have everything figured out, you just have to start from somewhere to be able to achieve significant results In the long run. The fear of making a mistake is what keeps holding a lot of people back but the progress comes when you learn from those mistakes.

[Charleslie]

Sometimes, trying to know too much can be a curse. The more you know and learn more, the more you notice things you once ignored and forgot about, and sometimes that knowledge takes away your peace. Is not everything that needs to be uncovered. There are some certain things we can't use our hands to change no matter how much we know about it. Knowledge is very powerful but the wisdom there is knowing what to do with the knowledge you have or you've gotten.

[Obari]

When we intend to start up something be it business, crypto minvestment, trading and other things acquiring knowledge or doing research is the first step to take before starting up any of these but when you start focusing on the things you have learnt about all of these you start feeling reluctant to execute because there's a standard you set in your head and you will always think that you are not ready yet because you know too much.

if you keep on waiting for it to be perfect you might just spend years doing nothing, but when you execute even though it's not perfect you can gradually make improvements. The standard of what you are starting doesn't have to be as perfect as what you picture in your head, this is why too much knowledge on a particular thing keeps people limited, they see flaw and error in everything or assume it's not good enough.

I've said this thing before, I think over 2 years ago that, having knowledge without money is a waste of time especially in the cryptocurrency market and there're several reasons to this.
Don't get me wrong, knowledge is key and power but in the crypto market, money is essential because without the money, there's absolutely nothing we can achieve, so while we secure the knowledge, we should also try to secure the purchasing power so we can as well be part of what we're learning.

I will have to buy your idea that having too much knowledge about a thing especially investment options makes us have a perfect curated plan in our head and starting small isn't an option because we just want to achieve the exact result in our head.

[ZAINmalik75]

Yes, there is no perfect time to do something, you should just do it once and for all, instead of waiting all year, but speaking of business or heavy investments, you should understand that it's best to be calm, you don't have to be in a hurry, Good decision isn't made when you are in a hurry, people should be allowed to sleep over it, have a rethink, ask questions, you don't need to make the research on your own, sometimes asking for other people's opinions might help, but I feel like your topic is totally different from what you wrote down. I just had to pick few things, and add it up together, so I could give you a reply.

There might not be totally accurate or perfect times to do things, but there are always better and reasonable times to do them, especially when it comes to businesses and investments, because your timing has to be near-perfect when you are either starting a business or making an investment because this is going to make them more effective both in the short and long run. We can take the example of Bitcoin investments in this regard, because even though we can make some profits if we make our investments late within a cycle, but if we do it earlier when the price is lower, we can surely make better returns.

When starting a business, we need to understand the season if we are starting a business that is mostly seasonal, and if we focus on that, we can do better business during the season by making the products perfectly according to the needs of the customers so that we can make better sales and even if the rest of the year doesn't go that well, we can still manage with the sales we did during the season. This is why, timing does make a difference even if it doesn't always make you leave empty-handed, but proper usage can make you have better results.

[Versatile_choice]

I've said this thing before, I think over 2 years ago that, having knowledge without money is a waste of time especially in the cryptocurrency market and there're several reasons to this.
Don't get me wrong, knowledge is key and power but in the crypto market, money is essential because without the money, there's absolutely nothing we can achieve, so while we secure the knowledge, we should also try to secure the purchasing power so we can as well be part of what we're learning.

I will have to buy your idea that having too much knowledge about a thing especially investment options makes us have a perfect curated plan in our head and starting small isn't an option because we just want to achieve the exact result in our head.

That is the reason why you don't need to know too much, because it's when you know everything that you will want to achieve the exact result in your head even when you don't have resources to follow it up. And sometimes you might end up touching something that you're not supposed to touch and then it becomes a problem for you, haven't you heard about Investors taking out loan to invest? And there are cases where Investors chose to invest money meant for their expenses into their Investment reason been that they want to achieve their target in less than no time, so knowing too much could cause a lot of problems which some problems can even affect our finance.