Lifelong Learning

I just checked online to see if my blog was really here!

I was supposed to post about the Seven and 1/2 habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners, but became so involved in choosing the template, that I went off track.

The easiest habit for me is Habit #1 Begin with the end in mind. I am definitely a goal oriented person. I am a list person and keep a list of things that I need to get done each day in order to achieve my goals. Although, I must admit that I have an easier time reaching professional goals than personal ones. Sometimes I get so caught up in the details, because I strive for perfection, that I do not reach all of the personal goals that I set out to achieve. I do reach my professional goals because in my professional life I accept NO EXCUSES.

The most difficult Habit for me is #7 1/2 - PLAY. I am a very serious person and forget to take the time to play. In fact when I am relaxing I am always thinking that I am wasting valuable time that could be used to accomplish something. I need to create some time to play. I guess I will need to figure out how to play as I do not have any hobbies that are not career related.

So...this is my list of goals in creating this blog:
1. To catch up with all of my colleagues on the 23 steps - I am only on Step 3, but Step 16 is now posted. No pressure....no pressure...this is supposed to be done at my own pace!
2. To learn about all of these new technologies and how I will be able to apply them.
3. To PLAY and use this blog to record and reflect that I am actually learning how to play. This will be a good opportunity for me to step out of my comfort zone and try some new things, as I will need something interesting to blog about.