I want to become a lifelong learner

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02/08/25 11:33am

Now that i'm not in school I feel like I'm not learning many new things anymore? Idk, I feel like I want to be a "lifelong learner" type and want to be more in touch with that side of myself but life always gets in the way. Would love tips for feeling like I'm using my brain more and learning new things!

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Nora Oliver
Certified Life Coach & Motivational Speaker

02/14/25 12:28am

I love that you want to be a lifelong learner! Learning doesn’t have to stop just because school is over —there are so many ways to keep your brain engaged without feeling like it’s another chore. Here are a few ideas:

1. Make Learning Part of Your Daily Routine – Listen to educational podcasts while commuting, watch TED Talks during lunch, or read a few pages of a nonfiction book before bed.
2. Follow Your Curiosity – Instead of forcing yourself to learn something that feels like “work,” dive into topics that genuinely interest you. Want to understand the stock market? Learn a new language? Take up an instrument? Follow what excites you.
3. Join a Learning Community – Whether it’s a book club, a local class, or an online course, being part of a group can help keep you motivated and accountable.
4. Challenge Yourself with New Skills – Try something hands-on like cooking new recipes, coding, painting, or even a new sport. Engaging different parts of your brain keeps learning fun.
5. Engage in Thoughtful Conversations – Surround yourself with people who challenge you, ask deep questions, and introduce you to new perspectives.
6. Write or Teach What You Learn – Summarizing or explaining new concepts to someone else (or even just journaling about them) helps reinforce your understanding.
7. Make It Playful – Trivia nights, puzzle games, documentaries, and brain-training apps can make learning feel more like fun than work.

The key is to integrate learning into your life in a way that feels exciting and sustainable rather than overwhelming. What’s one thing you’ve been curious about lately?

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Anonymous WikiEagle

02/18/25 10:46pm

I have been wanting to read more but I'm always scared that I will pick a book that won't hold my interest. Then, I'll give up on reading because I'll feel bad about not finishing the book.

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Anonymous WikiValley

02/19/25 12:58am

I like your idea about engaging in better conversations but I don't always know how to cultivate a good, thoughtful conversation. Do you have any tips for how I can do that better?

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WikiBirdReader355

02/08/25 8:37pm

I like to read across lots of different topics. I also watch documentaries or YouTube videos that I can learn things from. Even trying spice up regular parts of your routine, like cooking a new recipe or exploring a different area of your city for dinner, can be fun ways to use your brain and learn things. There are opportunities for learning everywhere!

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WikiSkyDancer007

02/09/25 5:28pm

Having conversations with people can be a form of learning! Different people have different passions and different areas of knowledge, so every person you run into is someone you can learn from. I've learned so much from the life stories that others have shared with me.

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WikiChinchillaJammer673

02/09/25 9:09am

I found it hard to make time for learning when my life got busy with work and kids. I had to be more intentional about my learning to make things work. I started setting "learning goals," like for at least 10 minutes a day or practicing Spanish with my friends once a week.

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