Episode 104 | 5 Stages of Learning

Adam’s + 1 by Adam Myles Hawkins

Episode notes

In this episode of Adam’s +1, Anthony Ramirez joins the show to break down the 5 stages of learning—a framework that applies to everything from personal growth to business and beyond.

We walk through each stage:

  1. Uninformed Optimism – the excitement of starting something new.
  2. Informed Pessimism – when the reality of the challenge sets in.
  3. Valley of Despair – the toughest stretch where most people quit.
  4. Informed Optimism – renewed confidence with experience and perspective.
  5. Mastery – the stage where skill, consistency, and wisdom align.

Anthony not only explains these stages but also shares real-world examples of how they show up in everyday life, making the concepts both relatable and actionable.

If you’ve ever started something new—whether in fit ... 

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