Thing #1 Reflections on Lifelong Learning

In considering the 7.5 habits of the highly successful lifelong learner, a few habits stood out to me in the context of this assignment. Probably the most challenging habit will be the one that usually comes most naturally to me. In general when I start any project, I have to develop a vision of what I want and then work backwards to decide how to accomplish it. Since I really don’t have a clear picture of what I want to do with this class except to finish it on time and open my mind to possibilities, it is difficult for me to begin with the end in mind. The habit that resonates the most with me is to have confidence in myself as a competent, effective learner. I am so thankful that I had parents and teachers that instilled me with confidence from a young age. I don’t have to waste any energy worrying if I can learn something. I can use that energy to do whatever it takes to learn or accomplish the task at hand. Finally, I think the habit that is most important for this course or any self-directed learning is to accept responsibility for my own learning. It will be up to me to get help if I need it and up to me to pace myself so that I can finish by the deadline.