{"id":26480,"date":"2021-09-14T09:52:34","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T07:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifeed.io\/?p=26480"},"modified":"2022-07-19T12:27:20","modified_gmt":"2022-07-19T10:27:20","slug":"self-directed-learning-powers-life-transitions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lifeed.io\/en\/self-directed-learning-powers-life-transitions\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-directed learning powers life transitions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The pandemic, a house move, a new job, a divorce. They are all life transitions that can teach us something. But to live through these situations positively, <strong>we need to develop our ability to manage change<\/strong>. &nbsp;What&#8217;s possible? <strong>Self-directed learning<\/strong> is a key skill in this sense. As<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/featured-insights\/future-of-work\/the-most-fundamental-skill-intentional-learning-and-the-career-advantage?cid=other-eml-alt-mip-mck&amp;hdpid=22a21412-ecd1-4add-a18f-48ae6c290b2b&amp;hctky=12416757&amp;hlkid=184465e16da04a2faadcfbc1087e7297\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> McKinsey explains<\/a>, today <strong><em>intentional learning <\/em><\/strong>is the most important skill when living through life transformations, including working changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the professional sphere, the <strong>World Economic Forum<\/strong> has identified the need to re-qualify at least a billion jobs that have been transformed thanks to <strong>technological changes<\/strong>. The impact of the pandemic has only accentuated the need for people to reskill when working online or remotely. It may seem like a daunting task, but it&#8217;s <strong>all part of our approach<\/strong> to these types of life transitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #800080;\"><strong>Our mindset makes the difference<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If change is a part of life, <strong>it&#8217;s our response to it that makes the difference.<\/strong> It all starts with us and our ability to tap into our personal resources. There&#8217;s no development without investment, and a difficult period can actually present an opportunity to hone virtuous processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We all go through tough patches. But we can <strong>transform them into positive energy if we face them with a proactive attitude<\/strong>. Psychiatrist&nbsp;<strong>Viktor Frankl <\/strong>suggested&nbsp;<strong>\u201c<em>decisions, not conditions, determine what a man is\u201d.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Change has always been a part of human history.<\/strong> But it&#8217;s not something that our brains will accept easily. They see &#8220;newness&#8221; as a threat and prefer to look at things that they&#8217;re already familiar with. The secret is knowing how to face transitions with realism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #800080;\"><strong>Everyone can practice self-directed learning&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing doesn&#8217;t mean starting over, though. We are our histories, our values, our ideas and projects in both our private and working lives. Changing ourselves doesn&#8217;t mean getting rid of all that.<strong> It means knowing how to adapt to different situations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s how <strong>self-directed learning can become a key skill<\/strong> for evolving our professional profiles. What&#8217;s more, we can all practice it to enhance our professional success over the long term. The important thing is that we train our brains to see newness differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stanford University psychologist <strong>Carol Dweck<\/strong> reminds us of this point, with her studies on mental openness and the impact it has on our opportunities for growth. <strong>\u201c<em>A closed mind doesn&#8217;t allow people the luxury of changing<\/em><\/strong><strong>\u201d.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Everyday experiences and interactions offer us incredible learning opportunities.<\/strong> But only if we&#8217;re intentional about learning from every opportunity. Throughout continuous learning, people&#8217;s reflections allow us to become more aware of our ability to manage change and face life transitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #800080;\"><strong>The secret? Curiosity<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning becomes a training ground in itself. Just like every exercise, we need to block out time to practise. What&#8217;s more, we need to adopt a growth mindset and be curious. These elements drive our learning, but those who aren&#8217;t naturally curious can also train themselves in these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how can we hone our skills and curiosity? By <strong>facing our fears and asking questions<\/strong>, but also <strong>experiencing new things,<\/strong> such as life transitions. 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