An autodidact is simply a self taught person. Being self taught doesn't always have to be as drastic as you think. You don't have to be an Earnest Hemingway and win the Nobel Prize for Literature or Ray Bradbury who famously quoted: "Libraries raised me. I don't believe in colleges and universities. I believe in libraries because most students don't have any money..."All you have to do, is find something that you are passionate about, something that makes you happy but will challenge you at the same time, something meaningful. When you find that something, whether it be computer technology or teaching yourself how to make t-shirts you have now become an autodidact.
At 36 years old my mother moved to Charleston, SC. She had spent a lot on a place to live, a daughter in college and now a brand new baby. She wanted a way to express herself, make money and stay at home all at the same time so she founded a small company called SoSavVi Designs. My mother taught herself how to use a machine called the cricut and began making custom made items for weddings and bouquets for brides, birthday parties and everyday items ranging from customized t-shirts to cups and even pop sockets.Today, my mother has a small team she takes with her to catered events she hosts. This team heeds to her every command to create the perfect wedding, party or event of their choice giving them the ultimate experience. Although my mother is not famous, everything that she has done to take her business to the next level has been self taught and inspired by her passion for creativity and her love for her family. When class is in session, what will you teach yourself?
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