My good friend Linda is an excellent example of the tenth ELAN Principle: Be a Lifelong Learner. Semi-retired, she has dedicated three weeks this spring to travel to Paris for the sole purpose of immersion in all things French. She teaches French at the college level so I would call her fluent, but she recognizes there is always more to learn. Am I jealous? A tiny bit, but really, that would be a waste of precious energy. I’ll spend my resources on admiring my friend and being inspired by her. Plus, I am striking out on my own learning adventures. I’m so thankful that there is nothing to stop me from pursuing so many options (certainly not the number of years I have been around, merely two meaningless digits).
How about you? What are you excited to learn? Is anything stopping you? I challenge you to look any naysayers in the eyes and say, “Being a lifelong learner is just one of the principles that helps me live my best life, so come along for the ride if you want, or stand to the side and watch me wave goodbye.”
Quote of the Week…
“Christmas is a tonic for our souls. It moves us to think of others rather than of ourselves. It directs our thoughts to giving.” B.C. Forbes, 1880 – 1955
Delight in the Light…
Yesterday was Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year, and yet, it falls during the season of light; candles in various faith traditions flicker amidst strings of bulbs adorning houses and trees. While my family celebrates the birth of the Christ Child (in faith-based as well as commercial traditions), I appreciate and respect other…
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