Quit Acting Like an Adult
For years, I was obsessed with playing guitar.
I still am to an extent. I would buy guitars in bulk and spend all of my time tinkering with all things guitar. Now looking back, my wife might possibly be a saint for putting up with this behavior.
When my guitar obsession was cranked to “11,” I taught guitar lessons as well. I really enjoyed being able to share the gift of guitar with others.
As I taught more students, I began to notice the DISTINCT differences between how children and adults learn.
The creative adult is the child who has survived.
– Ursula Lequin
photo by Bhagath Makka (Creative Commons)
Kids get excited
When a child picks up the guitar, or any new toy, their eyes light up. It’s Christmas morning all over again.
Kids smile. They cheer and laugh. They let you know how they REALLY feel. When a child does a pick slide on the guitar, it’s impossible not to say, “Yeah!!!!” and strike a rock star pose.
A child does things with joy and passion. If you ever watch children play outside at the park, there is no middle of the road. It’s time to play or it’s time to sleep.
There is no in-between.
Adults often act bored
When giving guitar lessons, at times I would wonder if the adults would rather be doing something else.
Adults overthink things. They worry about perfection. Adults constantly ask themselves ”What will others think or say?”
Adults are often quick to overreact and fixate on the negative. Many times adults do not want to pursue something unless they feel they are destined for success.
The truth is you will NOT SUCCEED in everything you do. That’s alright. Don’t worry about it. The key is to try your best and have FUN while you do it.
A Quick Guide on how to Stop Acting Like an Adult
Here are 5 steps to stop acting like an adult and to start being a kid again.
- Have fun.
- Have fun.
- Have fun.
- Have fun.
- Have fun.
Is it that simple? Yes.
When you are having fun, you will stop being so serious. You’ll quit analyzing everything. When having fun, you can’t worry about money, tasks or duties.
Enjoy the moment. Soak it up. Play with your kids and try to think like them. Act like them. Be silly.
If you don’t have kids, borrow somebody else’s for the evening. Maybe even a week. I guarantee they will appreciate it.
If you have the kids laughing, you are on the right track.
What action can you take in your life to quit acting like an adult?
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