“I’ve Got an Ernie”: What a Hernia Taught Us About Self-Education, AI, and the Power of Expert Guidance

Ever heard someone say they’ve got an “Ernie”?

A friend of mine has - literally! That’s what he calls his "hernia."

Now, most people would either rush to the GP or avoid the topic entirely (usually while reaching awkwardly for their side). But not my friend. He's extremely sensible, neither the hypochondriac type nor reckless.

Instead, he did what we wish more people would do in every area of life:

He got informed.

We're talking medical journals, peer-reviewed papers, expert opinions, and a little light Googling that didn’t involve conspiracy forums. All backed by the safety net of private medical insurance, in case things change.

The result?

He’s managing it calmly and wisely, guided by facts, not fear.

And oddly enough, it made me reflect on something I see all the time in the world of online learning and personal development…

The Real Problem Isn’t the Pain - It’s the Panic

Whether it’s launching your first course, building your Kajabi funnel, or navigating AI for your business, most people react like it’s an emergency.

• Panic.
• Rash decisions.
• Random “expert” advice from the cheapest Freelancer

But what if, like my friend and his “Ernie”, we approached our challenges with curiosity, calm, and clarity? What if instead of Googling into chaos, we partnered with someone who’s walked the road already?

Here’s What the Hernia Teaches Us (no, really)

1. Self-Education First

Don’t wait for someone else to spoon-feed you. The internet is full of knowledge, but not all of it’s useful. Knowing how to filter is key.

 2. Experts Save You Time and Stress

When our clients work with us on building online courses or implementing AI (such as FastBots.ai), they stop guessing. They stop going down YouTube rabbit holes.

"We build properly, together" The Customer's Shoes

Tech is Just a Tool — Strategy is the Surgeon

AI’s impressive, sure. But without a strategy or instructional design know-how behind it, it’s like trying to stitch up an Ernie with a glue stick.

Confidence Comes from Clarity

When you know what’s going on, and you’ve got the right guide? You can breathe. Decide. Move forward with calm. That’s the power of working with a pro.

Final Thought: Get to Know Your Ernie

Whether your “Ernie” is a nagging doubt, a stalled launch, or a Kajabi build that gives you indigestion, don’t ignore it, and don’t just throw money at it either.

Understand it.

 And when you’re ready, bring in someone who knows how to handle it, without the drama.

Because the most intelligent people I know?

They don’t just have access to knowledge.

They know who to call when it counts.

If you’re experiencing any issues with your course or platform setup, let’s discuss them. We help people like you diagnose digital aches and build something healthy, scalable, and innovative, with a bit of help from AI and a lot of experience.

Drop us a message or comment “ERNIE” below if you’ve ever been there too.

 Author - Cheryl Gregory