It is really difficult to identify objects in deep space. Take for example the Helix Nebula, which is observable in our northern hemisphere. It is observable. People have identified it, named it, know its location. But it is not easy to find.
Why?
Because we do not know how to orientate ourselves. We are overwhelmed at the amount of information that needs to be gathered and applied. Even if you are given the exact coordinates it really doesn't help you if you don't have a general orientation of the sky and how to apply that specific information.
We live in an age of information. An era when any answer can be Googled in moments. You might be able to give me the right answer, but does that help you? Can you see deeper?
Amateurs are passionate. They are passionate enough to do the work it takes to orientate themselves to the worlds in which they inquire. Their passion allows them to build the framework necessary to explore deeper. Their passion carries them beyond the superficial. It fosters depth and the depth feeds the passion.
Passion coupled with orientation, a framework for exploration and the ability to see deeper are the prerequisites for becoming an expert.
We need more experts. Authentic ones that is.
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