It can be easy to convince ourselves that we don’t need to learn anything new, but arguably the human condition is to stay curious.
I’ve always prided myself on what I’ve achieved. The years of hard work, the successes, the knowledge I’ve accumulated—it’s a comforting thought to believe that I’ve “arrived.”
But if there’s one thing midlife has taught me, it’s that the moment you think you’ve made it, the world moves on without you. Standing still, in reality, can mean falling behind, especially in today’s rapidly evolving world.
I used to believe that after a certain age, learning was something optional—a luxury, perhaps, but not a necessity. I’d spent decades honing my craft, becoming an expert in my field, and I thought that was enough.
But actually something I’ve discovered about myself is that I love learning new things, it lights me up and helps me set new goals while adding to my life experience.
I’m not just talking about things directly related to my career, right now I’m learning a completely new set of skills and acquiring knowledge in a totally different field, because I enjoy it.
Sometimes it’s uncomfortable to put yourself in the position of being a beginner again, especially after decades of life experience but actually that discomfort is something you can learn to not just live with, but love.
For me the feeling I get as I start to master new topics and skills is really uplifting.
So be ready to confront the discomfort of being a beginner again, of not having all the answers, and of challenging the narrative you’ve built around your own competence.
Because for me it also means rediscovering a part of myself that I had lost along the way—the part that was curious, passionate, and eager to grow.


And that’s a part worth celebrating.
I’d love to know, what new new skill or knowledge would you love to learn?
