Chapter 1: The Importance of Cooking Skills

To everyone out there who insists they can't cook—both men and women alike (I promise, I'm not against men)—let me make a plea: PLEASE READ A RECIPE.

If reading isn't your favorite pastime, that's unfortunate. However, there are countless YouTube videos ready to guide you through the cooking process. Many content creators are eager for you to check out their cooking tutorials, and taking advantage of these resources would benefit both you and them.

Consider this: while people often find ways to live in chaos—surrounded by clutter, neglecting laundry, and letting dishes accumulate like a mountain—surviving without food is a different story. Yes, you can find restaurants on almost every corner, but do you truly want to rely on unhealthy takeout for years on end?

Honestly, is instant ramen a well-rounded meal?

It’s essential to learn how to cook, even if it means starting with just a few simple, nutritious dishes. I wasn’t born with a spatula in my hand, yet I managed to figure it out.

While I personally enjoy cooking, this isn't about my preferences—it's about the fundamental life skill that everyone should possess. In 2024, with every recipe imaginable just a click away, what’s stopping you?

These YouTube chefs will even guide you on the best butter brands and the ideal pots for boiling water.

So, let’s stop embarrassing ourselves at barbecues and learn how to properly grill those kabobs. Cooking is not rocket science; it simply involves following directions.

Next time someone invites you to lend a hand in the kitchen and you feel inclined to say you can’t cook, reflect on this: Is it really that you can’t cook, or have you just never given it a try?

Chapter 2: Overcoming the Fear of Cooking

Cooking can seem intimidating, but with the right attitude and resources, anyone can master it.