Why We All Should Go Back to School

British International School of Houston

Are you ready to go back to school? Learning is a gift with no expiration date, a gentle invitation to keep growing, no matter where we find ourselves on life’s path. In a world where change is constant, holding on to curiosity and a willingness to discover unlocked doors not only for ourselves, but also for those who travel beside us (younger generations). For adults, choosing the path of continued learning is an act of perseverance, courage, and care for our own futures and the world we shape together. Because as we shape our lives, we show examples to others.

Beyond jobs and careers, continued learning is nourishment for the soul. Our minds remain vibrant when sparked by new ideas, and our hearts are uplifted when we reach beyond what we thought possible. Whether it is the thrill of mastering a new recipe, the joy of playing an instrument for the first time, or the quiet satisfaction of solving a puzzle, eating at a new restaurant, each act of learning is an affirmation of life’s richness. It is proof that no matter our age, we are still beautifully unfinished. That’s okay. There is always room for growth.

Lifelong learning is a gentle act of self-care. Studies show that keeping our minds active protects us from decline and our brains make new neural pathways. Wait there is more: every new place visited, every workshop attended, every book read in the quiet of evening is a gift to ourselves.

 

Education in its multiple forms unlocks new beginnings. And it is more than what is taught in schools. Continued learning opens doors to better jobs and how we perform in our work, how we communicate or connect with others, and manifesting dreams that once seemed out of reach. It is an act of faith in our own potential, and a message to those we love of what lies inside of them. Whether we take online courses, sit in a chair in a school building or the allowance of the mighty lessons the university of “The Universe” teaches us every day.

 

Continued learning is not just about gathering knowledge; it is about nourishing our spirit, honoring our potential, and building a future that is kinder and brighter for all. Let us be gentle with ourselves as we learn and be open to newness. In the lifelong pursuit of wisdom, we discover not only the world around us, people living in it and we are introduced to new versions of ourselves. We use our power to light the way for others. It is the way to generational wellbeing. Every step forward creates stronger connections within and outwardly to a life fully lived.

Peace and blessings,

NSS

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I will be attending the Tex-Indie Author Bookfair at the British International School of Houston in Katy, Texas on October 4^th. And the 21^st Tulisoma: South Dallas Book Fair on November 7^th and 8^th at the African-American Museum in Dallas, Texas. This event is to promote the importance of learning and literacy.