CONTENTS - AUTHENTIC LEARNING
The only purpose of learning
Real learning, complete learning → complete success
The final assessment is only in the real world
Learning effectively/quickly
Developing talents and genius - the process
Virtually no limits
Best ways to learn
One plus at a time
Examples of paths of learning
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"The test for real learning is passed only when you have the ability to get the result - and you've actually applied that ability to get the desired result - and can duplicate that result at will. It is then and only then that you've mastered life and have the ability to make yourself truly happy and fulfilled in life."
The BuddhaKahuna
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THE ONLY PURPOSE OF LEARNING
The only purpose, and the only indicator of effective learning, is to enable one to get the results one truly would want in an informed life.
REAL LEARNING, COMPLETE LEARNING → COMPLETE SUCCESS
Exposure and a good feeling and some learning is not "authentic" learning. Authentic learning is following through on the initial learning to really get it down so it is usable AND to thoroughly install it, and revise it if need be, to get the result that is desired.
Yes, it is failed learning if you don't get the result - so you need to persist in getting feedback and learning more if you have not succeeded yet in getting the desired result.
If we realize that we learn in order to get a result, that means that we have not completed the learning until we are able to get the result.
Read, follow, and integrate into your life The Completion Principle , as one of the key "laws" that have one get what one wants out of life - without that, you won't "win" at the level in life that you could.
Authentic learning = Learn, hone, complete, put into action, get result
- and, if it is appropriate compared to other needs, to truly master certain things "beyond beyond".
All other learning is not-authentic learning, not "real" learning. It is "going through the motions" and occupying time that could be better spent getting a good result. (I'm talking here about learning beyond the basics that our schools are to teach us. Learning the basics is authentic learning as it serves as the enabler to be able to go to the next level.)
As Ken Blanchard puts forth in Know Can Do!: Put Your Know-How Into Action, most people go to a seminar and feel (incorrectly) like they got something. And, then, that's it - everything stops and nothing substantial happens. They don't even review it and add to it and don't take it to the level of usability. They do, however, get a "hit" by doing something (attending a seminar, getting excited - and then fizzling), but they don't get the results that effective people do by using the Completion Principle to work on mastering it until one has attained the results!!!!
THE FINAL ASSESSMENT IS ONLY IN THE REAL WORLD
We stop short. We know some platitudes. We believe strongly in a number of untruths. Yet we pride ourselves at being "good enough" at life - kind of a foggy assessment for most people - as the final assessment is only that which shows up in the real world - the person gets the results he/she wants in life!
I am bemused, and concerned, when people tell me "I already know that", but yet they do not have the desired result. Knowing a part of something or knowing about something is different than really knowing the thing - as true knowing is only in evidence when the desired result is present!!!!!
Although there are many examples, one good example is that many people think they are doing (or know how to do) affirmations the way they should do them. But, here again, their knowledge is only partial if they have not truly attained the desired result: to firmly believe what is true and what is effective. Visit Self-Talk and Changing Beliefs and master those if you are to truly have the ability to have all of what you truly want in life.
LEARNING EFFECTIVELY/QUICKLY
What we are talking about here is the "skill" and process of learning, not the courses which we learn through. (Under Self Development we have identified some sites that are good for learning specific subjects and more "concrete" skills; see that section to check into those, either to scan now to familiarize yourself with it or go to it later, as it is listed on your master navigation bar.)
Please read right now the introductory page to the www.thelifeuniversity.com . The site also includes many of the methods of learning that are effective and the programs for various ages for learning about life.
LEARNING THE RIGHT WAY
We wish to do the following (and to commit to this process!):
1) Learn life systematically, rather than randomly and inefficiently
Therefore, the learning is approached with a plan, identifying the resources (individuals, organizations, books, workshops, etc.) and the opportunities and then the steps needed. Iit can be a simple listing or it can be a complete plan (see the Life Plan) - or something in between in form. See the plans in The Learning Plans section. See The Power Of Concentrated Focus. Note that one always learns according to The Learning Curve. In complicated areas where there are many cross interactions, such as in personal growth, one will experience at first the frustration with seemingly slow progress for awhile, then suddenly a burst upward on what is called The Progression Curve. Learning and achieving expertise is speeded up and honed better if one spends thinking time where one is developing something for one's own use - and then implementing it. Learning can be semi-passive, but it is highly active when you put things together on your own - then you will develop much more quickly. See "The Process For Developing Skills And Talents."
2) Use expert sources to learn the right stuff at the highest level, rather than learn inefficiently or wrongly.
The screening necessary to identify the experts (and the money to pay them) is well worth the effort because the results explode geometrically above what lesser sources provide. The money we pay them is money well-spent, as it is the quickest, most effective path to the wisdom of life.
3) Working with a partner creates far greater progress than on one's own.
This is a key learning and productivity principle, as we tend not to be able to do it nearly as well on our own as with a (qualified) teacher, consultant, coach, or other guide. While the path is straighter and stronger, the "accountability" factor makes a huge difference in keeping up the pace and staying on the path. The acknowledgement and the "cheerleading" tend to also have a large effect, as we, as humans, do respond to that type of thing, often experiencing much greater motivation. A wise partner helps one see the benefits much more clearly.
DEVELOPING TALENTS AND GENIUS - THE PROCESS
VIRTUALLY NO LIMITS
There are virtually no limits to learning; for instance, one will be inspired by watching the DVD or going to the related website for the Son-Rise Program, where autistic children become bright, alive, sensitive, mature children.
BEST WAYS TO LEARN
Intensives. The best way to learn and modify behaviors and ways of thinking is to do "intensives", such as one to five day workshops. This overcomes the possible lack of discipline as to your doing it yourself and is, ultimately, more time efficient and certainly alot more effective. For any workshop. you should leave in the vicinity of 20% of the time spent in the workshop for the wrap-up "completion" of the materials, plus the time for whatever exercises have been assigned for post-workshop. See the sections under Resources, for some possible workshops.
An intensive can be done one on one also with virtually any professional in any field.
Overview Learning. Reading overviews of a particular area give one perspective and help one to tie together major points and most likely to see areas to explore further. An example is the "outline" (Powerpoint-like) The Underlying Basics Of Life series. In a relatively short period of time, one can learn and also remind oneself of a great number of truths about life - and actually alter one's life just out of "seeing" those pieces.
Partnering and coaching. One can learn as life goes on, by talking about life and getting some input on current situations so you'll make better decisions and learn information and techniques that can be applied, plus it will help harness your energy to better life planning and education. See and read
ONE PLUS AT A TIME
EXAMPLES OF PATHS OF LEARNING
Read What Path Of Learning Might A "Young Person" Take? - A copy of an email sent by a 20 year old after taking a class at the Option Institute, with feedback on what paths might work better in life and what could be learned that would serve her much better in seeking happiness. Good for "old" people, too! An interesting look into the difference in thinking and communication between generations, but the commonality of what we are all seeking and how we go about it.
See also Life Philosophy, The Pathway To Enlightenment, where "Alex" the seeker has a suggested program.
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