Did school put you off learning? It doesn’t have to be boring or predictable! If you’re looking for ways to keep your mind sharp and explore new ideas, here are three surprising ways to keep learning and get your creative juices flowing.
When you think of lifelong learning, what do you picture? Kids heading back to school? Maybe it’s attending lectures and seminars?
Lifelong learning isn’t just about hitting the books. Any activity that gets your brain ticking over and makes you think or learn something new can be considered a form of lifelong learning. Here are three activities you might be surprised to find count.
Travel
Exploring the world is an incredible way to learn. No matter your age, when you travel to new places and have new experiences, you’re taking in so much information and broadening your perspectives. Your brain is growing and adapting to new ideas as you expand your horizons.
Traveling is one of the best and most entertaining lifelong learning activities you can engage in. You don’t need to jet off to far-flung destinations or cross international borders to reap the rewards. Even the simplest of trips can be incredibly beneficial.
Reading
Surprised to see reading on this list? It might not seem like the most social activity, but it’s a great way to keep your brain sharp and stay on top of your lifelong learning goals.
Reading is a great way to keep your brain sharp. From news articles to magazines to books, it doesn’t matter what you pick up—it all counts! And don’t be afraid to dive into fiction—it can be just as stimulating as nonfiction, if not more so. Reading keeps your brain active better than almost any other activity you can choose.
Brain Games
This might seem like another surprising activity because it doesn’t seem to be about “learning” in the traditional sense at all. But playing games isn’t just fun – it’s also a great way to get your brain working and is great for concentration and focus. Games engage your mind and make you pay attention and work out problems and patterns. That’s definitely brain activity. That means it counts as lifelong learning.
There’s no shortage of apps designed to keep your brain sharp, but you can also try a classic game. Board games, crosswords, jigsaws, cards – you name it! Even video games can be a great way to sharpen your wits.
I’ve found that a lot of my male clients use games as their way to switch off from the stresses of life. The game distracts their brain which can be sufficent to allow them to process the days events in their subconscious. Whether you’re playing solo or with friends, it’s important to get in some game time. Your brain will thank you for it.
If you’re looking for a way to keep your brain active and engaged, look no further than travel, reading, and brain games. These activities can help you stay sharp, learn new things, and stay connected to the world around you. So why not give them a go and unlock your mind’s potential? You may be surprised at just how much you can learn.