A few weeks ago, I threw my hands up while trying to learn Final Cut Pro.
Publicly, I gave up. Basically, I said, “Nope. Not for me.”
Apple’s popular (and professional) video editor felt confusing, complicated, and more than a little intimidating. Ironically, many pro editors and filmmakers consider it one of the easier programs to learn.
So privately, I kept trying. Clicking around. Testing things. Watching a few tutorials. Going back in and trying again.
Like a dog with a bone, I just could not leave it alone.
Eventually, some things started to click. Not everything, but enough that I was starting to understand how it works and how Apple thinks about video editing.
That is when it hit me: Everything has a learning curve!
Some just come with a few swerves.
When I was younger, learning felt easier. My brain soaked things up faster. But as I have gotten older, learning curves feel a little steeper. Sometimes I have to circle the proverbial airport a few times, try again, and approach the runway from a different angle.
But I still love a good challenge. Especially when it comes to technology. Because, well, I’m a nerd like that.
Every now and then it is good to stretch my mental muscles and remind myself that I can still figure things out. Maybe not instantly. Maybe not perfectly. But eventually, and well enough.
This old dog can still learn a few new tricks.
Sometimes it just takes a little persistence and a bone worth chewing on.
Keep calm and keep curious!
Clint 🌈✌️
P.S. I’m still using CapCut for Substack and YouTube videos. Until I feel comfortable moving everything over to Final Cut Pro. Wish me luck!
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FROM THE ARCHIVES
BORN THIS WAY ON THIS DAY
03-06 = Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 (1985- ) = American drag queen and singer 🌈
03-06 = Casimir Pulaski (1745-1779) = Polish-American military commander 🌈
03-06 = Charles I of Württemberg (1823-1891) = German aristocrat 🌈
03-06 = Michelangelo (1475-1564) = Italian artist and architect 🌈
MAN CRUSH OF THE DAY
“I am still learning.”
Michelangelo
"Still learning after all these years". Many artists have said the same thing, so you're in good company! Cheers!
Thanks Clint 💚💚💚💚💚Picture perfect https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Uwo5cfUrafE 💚💚💚💚💚