Right now, more than EVER, people need to improve their critical thinking skills. I say this often, but seriously adults need to rely LESS on the mainstream media feeding us information and we need to learn how to research and learn about topics ourselves.
“The only person who is educated is the one who has learned how to learn and change.”
— Carl Rogers
From the time we’re children, we’re pushed to learn things. By adulthood, most people are somewhat relieved when the learning portion of their lives is over. The problem is, saying goodbye to learning isn’t a good idea. There are so many benefits of lifelong learning, stopping with graduation, and a diploma would be a serious mistake.
What are some of those benefits?
Solutions Are Easier to Find
A brain kept sharp through continuous learning is going to be better at finding solutions to problems, in part because of better cognitive function. Also, because there’s just more knowledge available to draw on to find a solution.
You Can Hold More Intelligent Conversations
When you constantly challenge yourself to find out new things, your conversation shows the effects. You’re more up on current events, and your ability to talk intelligently in social situations increases.
You’re Better Prepared
Not sure what to do in a crisis? Spend time learning. By understanding the basics of first aid or how things are supposed to function in your workplace, you will be better able to handle an emergency. By learning politics and how our government actually works, how laws are created, how bills are passed, what the constitution really means… all of these things can help you discern the mainstream media’s narrative (follow the money if you want to know why we don’t hear about these things very often).
You Mind Sparks
Looking for an idea or new perspective? Perhaps you want to be more creative? You can easily enhance each of those areas through learning.
You Become a More Capable and Confident Employee or Entrepreneur
When you’re always learning in the workplace, you become more self-assured in your work, a feeling you’ll start carrying with you into other aspects of your life. It’s this attitude that gets you noticed, especially when the time comes for promotions.
It’s Good for Your Brain
Finally, perhaps one of the most important reasons for pursuing knowledge is that it’s good for your brain. Studies have shown a brain engaged and continuously challenged with new information is sharper, with better cognitive skills. The benefits don’t stop there. Learning means your brain keeps growing, creating new neural pathways. Learning things has also been proven to help prevent Alzheimer’s and other effects of dementia. It has even shown to reverse some of the impact of those issues as you age. No wonder it’s a good reason to keep learning as you grow older!
Lifelong learning is something to be pursued, not just because it’s ‘good for you’ like taking the proverbial vitamin pill. Chasing after learning can be both enlightening and fun and will serve you well throughout your entire life. With that in mind, it’s an easy decision to become a lifelong learner. Only through knowledge can you truly become your very best self. 🧠
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