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What does it mean?
The speaker created something but lacks the technical knowledge to identify it objectively.
In plain terms
I made something but don't know what it is.
What can you take from it?
Creation without formal training can lead to uncertainty about the result.

Where it applies

  • artistic creation
  • learning a skill
  • creative doubt

Putting it to work

  • embracing intuition
  • learning basics
  • sharing work

Questions to consider

  • How do you know when you've succeeded without a standard?
  • Does origin matter more than result?

Another view

Not knowing the technical details doesn't invalidate the creation.

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