Importance of Learning
Learning is to the mind, what food is to the body. It nourishes and sustains growth. Mental starvation is real and can result in career stagnation and a general disinterest in life itself. Keeping oneself updated and relevant is important to survive, however following one’s passions and interest helps us derive the true meaning in life.
The Habit of Learning
Just as any habit we acquire, learning requires regular practice and investment of time. A few simple steps can enhance our learning habits significantly, a habit of reading, keep ourselves surrounded by people keen on learning, try to solve riddles, questions, and problems that surround us, explore avenues of learning, and research on courses, and skills you can update yourself in. In today’s world learning should be streamlined to the acquisition of skills and knowledge based on career growth and for exploring new avenues. This enhances your profile in the highly competitive job market. Learning temperament can be acquired through determination and focus. It generally begins with a vision of personal development and soon translates into professional growth.
Learning for Professional growth
Organizations always look for employees who are self-motivated to assess, learn and adapt to new environments. Inculcating a habit of professional learning enables you to stand out from your competition giving you access to opportunities otherwise beyond your reach. Enrolling in the right courses helps you expand your skill set to reach your potential. It builds self-confidence, helps you advance to managerial and leadership roles, and strengthens your role as a knowledge expert. This in turn helps you build contacts and professional relationships built on knowledge. Interaction with people of diverse backgrounds helps broaden your horizons and make better decisions considering various aspects of a solution rather than having a single-track mind.
Learning for Personal growth
Unlike popular belief, learning is not confined to professional growth, it is essential for personal growth irrespective of your presence or absence from the paid workforce category. Learning is essential at every age and stage of your life whether it yields financial gains or not. It is a medium for happiness, focus, and self-satisfaction. Every new day is an opportunity to learn something new. Learning new things gives an increased appreciation and respect to society and your surroundings, it helps you be more productive and have more control of your life. Paving the way to dreams, learning helps you stay awake and aware.
Learning has to be a continuous effort. The need for learning is something we are born with but slowly forget as we grow older, it is time to rekindle our habit of learning to realize our capabilities and live life to the fullest.
