A Young Author's Journey into Self-Discovery and Accelerated Learning

My introduction to the book world

My journey into the world of literature and self-improvement began with "Diário de Um Banana" by Jeff Kinsey. This introduction, orchestrated by my mother, ignited a passion for reading in me. I remember devouring these engaging stories within a week, lost for hours in their pages.

As I explored more about the importance of reading through online videos, especially those by internet coaches, I stumbled upon "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg. The book, originally given to my mother by her boss who was training to be a coach, landed in my hands by chance. This book was a revelation. It unveiled a world of fascinating stories, from corporate strategies to the daily routines of people previously unknown to me. The concept of habits, and how they influence each other, was particularly intriguing. It marked a turning point in my life, where I realized the extent of control I had over my own actions and choices.

Creating my first book

When I was 11, I began to implement what I had learned. I quit drinking soda, reduced my candy consumption, and made several other small but significant lifestyle changes. Inspired, I delved deeper into similar literature, absorbing wisdom from books like "Organized Minds," "The Blackbox Principle," and "Faster and Better."

These readings led me to an ambitious endeavor: writing my own book titled "Self-knowledge." I dedicated countless hours to this project, striving to distill the essence of my learnings into a simple yet insightful format. My belief was that the core ideas of these books could be communicated more effectively with a minimalist approach. While the anecdotal style of these books was initially captivating, I felt that their key messages could be condensed without losing their impact.

"Self-knowledge," my first literary creation, got mixed feedback. Its reception taught me a valuable lesson: the challenge of engaging readers, especially at the age of twelve, with a 35-page manuscript. Despite this, it was a gratifying experience that fueled my curiosity and drive.

Learning faster

Around this time, still deeply immersed in the world of YouTube, I followed marketers like Erico Rocha and Geronimo Theml. They advocated for the creation and sale of online courses as a means of generating income. Influenced by their strategies, I set out to create a digital product of my own.

Observing my peers struggle with subjects like math and geography, I recognized a need. This insight led to the creation of an e-book on accelerated learning techniques. The content was a compilation of existing methods while having some innovation. One such innovation was a unique technique that combined mind-mapping with the Feynman method of teaching. This approach required creating a mind map from scratch while simultaneously explaining the concepts, enhancing both memorization and understanding.

The success of these methods was evident when my friend Jéssica, one of the first readers, achieved an impressive score in her history class. The book, priced at R$ 30, was a modest financial success, selling to around 30 people. But more than the monetary gain, it was the affirmation that these techniques were effective and the knowledge that I had facilitated someone's learning that was truly rewarding. These methods, which I continue to use and refine, have become an integral part of my learning process to this day.