• Snapz@lemmy.world
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    4 days ago

    “DIY” is a thing because many strive to understand enough of multiple relevant basic disciplines needed as an adult to be able to cover the first 15% or so of common jobs before they see their limitations and call the specialists.

    I believe the expressed frustration here is around the fact that acquiring that first 15% type skill is no longer seen as a responsibility/point of pride for folks to gain as they grow.

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      I think it depends. Even if I knew a bit about the subject, I would definitely want to hire someone who actually knows what they are doing for something like a gas pipe, where a mistake could be deadly. But people should know things like replacing a light switch, replacing a thermostat and pumping up a car tire.

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        3 days ago

        Yes, you’re making the same point - gas is that “knowing when you reach your limitation” part. But also, being able to push just up against that line and the curiosity/work invested to understand if you’re able to do so is important, and very rewarding. There’s a chance that people are losing that general curiosity to find that line and realize their capabilities are more than they thought prior to trying.