Goal: It’s Never Too Late - Learn Something New
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Sure, we hear it all the time. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Except in the case of the dog who did learn new tricks. Every new day brings a new chance to learn, and many respected philosophers and academics have said profound things about continued learning. We think Albert Einstein sums it up best, though.
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.”
Michel de Montaigne, in The Complete Essays, said that Socrates found time later in life to learn music and dancing, and wrote that the philosopher “thought it time well spent.”
While many people find their time filled with family commitments and activities, there’s always time to learn something new every day, and there are more opportunities now than ever to try an activity or …show more content…
Seek out a mentor. There are many people who have dedicated their lives and careers to what others view as hobbies. These professionals often run clinics, talks and offer coaching and help to someone looking to get started.
Attend classes. Whether you check out your local community’s city-run class guide, or enroll in a program in a local college or university, finding a class for your interest is easier than ever. If going to a campus or building isn’t possible or within driving distance, try signing up for online courses. Many local public libraries offer highly customized classes — one library allows patrons to attend a six-week Spanish for medical volunteers course.
Stop by one of Sunshine’s wellness and activity programs. Our corporate wellness director works closely with each community’s activity director to bring residents fitness classes, educational seminars, informational sessions, community service and volunteer programs. Classes and seminars are offered with topics that range from finance and weight management to yoga and crafting for local nonprofits.
Where Do I
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Sure, we hear it all the time. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Except in the case of the dog who did learn new tricks. Every new day brings a new chance to learn, and many respected philosophers and academics have said profound things about continued learning. We think Albert Einstein sums it up best, though.
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.”
Michel de Montaigne, in The Complete Essays, said that Socrates found time later in life to learn music and dancing, and wrote that the philosopher “thought it time well spent.”
While many people find their time filled with family commitments and activities, there’s always time to learn something new every day, and there are more opportunities now than ever to try an activity or …show more content…
Seek out a mentor. There are many people who have dedicated their lives and careers to what others view as hobbies. These professionals often run clinics, talks and offer coaching and help to someone looking to get started.
Attend classes. Whether you check out your local community’s city-run class guide, or enroll in a program in a local college or university, finding a class for your interest is easier than ever. If going to a campus or building isn’t possible or within driving distance, try signing up for online courses. Many local public libraries offer highly customized classes — one library allows patrons to attend a six-week Spanish for medical volunteers course.
Stop by one of Sunshine’s wellness and activity programs. Our corporate wellness director works closely with each community’s activity director to bring residents fitness classes, educational seminars, informational sessions, community service and volunteer programs. Classes and seminars are offered with topics that range from finance and weight management to yoga and crafting for local nonprofits.
Where Do I