LaeKin Burgess TC Chapter 5 Summary

LaeKin Burgess
Chapter 5 Summary
 I know it's late but it's better late than never. I feel like I'll benefit from doing it. So, here it goes.

Summary: Primal cues are the motivational energy we have to do deep practice. Ignition and deep practice work together to make skill. Primal cues have everything to do with how we see ourselves. If we see ourselves as being "behind" that can be a primal cue to catch up.  If we feel unsafe we will go through efforts to make ourselves feel safe. If we want to "belong" or there is the appeal of being "important" because a certain position we want is scarce, these can all act as primal cues to IGNITE the fire of deep practice. It is the feeling of "I want X later, so I better do Y like crazy right now." Ignition usually happens when we are not in a pleasant environment. Generally, if we are comfortable we won't push ourselves.

Key Concepts: Primal cues ignite the fire of deep practice. Primal cues give us the energy to practice deeply and work to achieve something. They are directly related to our sense of identity.

Key Terms: Primal Cues
                   Ignition

Making Connections: There are two things that I want to take from this chapter. First, I want to figure out what things act as my primal cues and how can I access that energy when I'm feeling "low." Secondly, I want to figure out how I ignite the fire of deep practice in people that I teach.