Episode 1: “Reflexivity and lifelong learning”
The Weekend Warriors Rock podcast series launches with an inspiring conversation with Brett, an entrepreneur and educator, who talks about his approach to self-development and leadership. He highlights the importance of a science-based approach to personal improvement. Brett also shares practical strategies like daily self-auditing (reflexivity) and non-sleep deep relaxation for managing stress and enhancing decision-making, alongside the value of acknowledging achievements and embracing a circular view of time. The conversation underscores a commitment to lifelong learning and continuous self-improvement in both personal and professional spheres.
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Lifelong learning
Our world is changing around us in such a frantic pace that if we do not continue to grow and develop; we will soon be left behind. In the 21st century, we all need to be lifelong learners. We need to continually keep our skills sharp and up to date so that we have an edge in all we do. Of course, we all have a natural desire to learn for adapting to change, enriching and fulfilling our lives. This review article is an attempt to present the main advantages which follow lifelong learning.
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Lifelong learning; why do we need it?
Indigenous concepts of time
The concept of Indigenous time refers to how many Indigenous cultures understand, experience, and relate to time in ways that differ fundamentally from Western, linear, and industrialized conceptions of time. Rather than seeing time as a uniform, forward-moving sequence measured by clocks and calendars, Indigenous time is often cyclical, relational, and connected to place, community, and the natural world.
Resources:
See the following under the heading “Time Connected to the Importance of Events or Activities”
https://www.ictinc.ca/blog/indigenous-worldviews-vs-western-worldviews
Reflexivity (self-observation and auditing)
Reflexivity can be defined as a set of continuous, collaborative, and multifaceted practices through which we self-consciously critique, appraise, and evaluate how our subconscious biases, assumptions, blind-spots and worldviews, influence our choices and decisions.
Resource:
Reflexivity in quantitative research: A rationale and beginner’s guide
Note: Although this article discusses the use of reflexivity in the field of qualitative research, it’s principles and practices are completely transferable to any other professional or personal context.
Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) protocol by Huberman, A.
Resource:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKGrmY8OSHM