I watched the Steve Jobs biographical drama this weekend and was surprised for the fifth time that Jobs was not really a technical person. Compared to the layman, sure, but his entire career and the rise of Apple was due mostly to his obsession with craftsmanship.
Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart
Steve Jobs