Man was not born with wings, but we invented the airplane. Man was not born with gills, but we invented the scuba tank. Man was born with a creative and curious mind, and free will. Great discoveries and inventions have come to people that continued to learn and challenge the world.
I think it is a privilege to be able to learn, explore, and dream. As a life long learner, it seems easy for me.
One of my daily habits is setting aside time for learning. If you are reading this, then it may be a habit of yours as well. I often wish I had more time to learn, because there is much to discover. Here are some areas that keep me interested in growing.
Work: Increasing your work competence is always a great idea. No matter what your occupation, there are innovations that can be studied.
People: This category can be useful for everyone. You can learn about personalities, leadership, behavior, health, or even mental thought processes.
History: We have a rich world history from which to learn. You can choose specific eras, or geographical areas, or critical events. It is a great way to put things in perspective.
Nature: Do you have interest in the natural world that surrounds us? You could learn more about plants, animals, weather, and space.
Technology: Technological advances in the last twenty years have changed this world. You could learn more about information technology, science, or even medical advances.
Basic Skills: This is the category that I think helps us learn about living. It includes a wide variety of topics that make life easier, or more enjoyable. Things like plumbing repair, growing a vegetable garden, cooking, music, or a hobby.
Whatever your choice of learning in this world, consider setting aside time every day to learn and grow. Spending only fifteen minutes a day will add up to over 90 hours in a year. Invest in yourself. If you are not, who else will?