How to Train Your Brain to Crave Lifelong Learning (And Why It’s Good)

I am in love with lifelong learning . It was not always that way, however. To be perfectly honest, I used to think that the only way to learn was in school. And I was not always a big fan of “conventional learning”, unless it was a course that really interested me. It was not until I expanded my own definition of learning that the love affair began. The retreats, the books, the conferences, and even my own missteps. All a means for learning. Now I cannot learn enough or get my hands on enough information. Lifelong learning is like a potato chip to me; I want more. As a matter of fact, as of the writing of this article, I have about 12 different books going at the same time. Why? Simple. It sparks my curiosity and the curiosity sparks my quest to be a lifelong learner. “Curiosity is one of the permanent and certain characteristics of a vigorous intellect.” ― Samuel Johnson The more I engage and employ lifelong learning, the more I experience some really cool things. Not only lifelong learning improved my brain functions (like my memory), but it has supported my success and growth as a business owner and made me a more effective coach. Not to mention, as an introvert, it gives me a lot of material to work with in social settings, which is a great side benefit. The bottom line: lifelong learning has been truly instrumental in adding new tools and knowledge to my metaphorical toolbox. Major benefits of lifelong learning If you think about it, the brain, while mostly grey matter has muscle. Like any muscle or skill, the less you use it the more chance for it to atrophy. But keeping your brain strong is not the only benefit. […]

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