I have several theories on this but the preeminent two are a "fear of failure" and "it is not a priority".
I hear the same excuses and we know, from experience, these are not true. I feel all we can do, is make it appear to be some much fun that they overcome the fear or make it a priority to have fun with us.?The one thing I caution everyone on is to not add to the excuses. Give positive reinforcement to overcome the excuses.
I don’t have the time - I only spend a few minutes a day, I want to keep the family.
I don’t have the money - neither do I, that is why I like to use "whatever" and save money.
I don’t have the knowledge or skill-sets to be able to build a model railway - No one does without trying, it took me a few tries before I got it the way I wanted it.
I don’t have the room at home to store or operate a model railway - I build small layouts in shoe boxes, it's great fun!
On a side note, have WE seen this layout you speak of?!?!?
Marshall Stull
www.smallmr.com
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Hi Everyone,
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I recently displayed my O16.5 model railway to a group
of modelling enthusiasts. Now I emphasise that this was a group of model railway
people, and not the general public. I found it interesting (or disturbing?) the
reasons some visitors gave for not being actively involved with an operating
model railway. These include:
I don’t have the time.
I don’t have the money.
I don’t have the knowledge or skill-sets to be able to
build a model railway.
I don’t have the room at home to store or operate a
model railway.
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I don’t want to get into debate on the validity of all
the reasons that surface on why something cannot be done, however I do sense
this reluctance for many modellers to take the first step towards a model
railway project. Model railways, can be any size, and can be built to any
budget. What I feel is more important, is that you design a project which is
easily achievable, and complements your personal situation. I regularly make
mistakes with my modelling work. If it doesn’t look right, just re-do it. If you
stick with basic materials, the cost is insignificant! I find every attempt of
re-doing something, you quickly learn to improve your skills!
I feel the most important aspect is that you enjoy what
you are doing, find your hobby relaxing, and you are proud of your work. I know
that everyone will have different levels of abilities, however you can only
improve with “hands-on” work.
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Cheers
Bruce
