Greatness Meter
To create something truly remarkable, immerse yourself in greatness. Rick Rubin suggests we should "submerge ourselves in the canon of great works" across various art forms. This isn’t to mimic, but to hone your ability to recognize excellence. By constantly exposing yourself to high-quality art, literature, and experiences, you fine-tune your "greatness meter." This calibration helps make better choices in your creative pursuits, guiding you towards producing work of lasting significance. Rubin says, the objective is not to learn to mimic greatness, but to calibrate your internal meter for greatness. This practice extends beyond art, influencing your choice of friends, conversations, and even thoughts. Ultimately sharpening our ability to distinguish between good and truly great.