The Illiterates of the 21st Century

Does learning ever stop?

When does learning stop in our lives? Does it stop when we start doing our jobs, or stop when we get a promotion? Does the CEO of any company need to do any learning?

The importance of learning in our everyday lives can never be undermined. While doing my daily reading, I encountered a video of Harsha Bhogle speaking about the book "Future Shock", and the relevant quote he had studied during his college days.

The instant burgeoning of thoughts started in my mind, highlighting the importance of the concept of LEARNING. How inevitable has learning become in our everyday lives? The advent of technology has been so rapid in today's current environment that we all are evaluating newer learning avenues.

Toffler's prediction is based on the fact that the world is changing at an ever-increasing pace. New technologies are constantly emerging, and old ways of doing things are being replaced. This means that people need to be able to learn new things quickly and adapt to change.

Even Harsha Bhogle mentioned in that speech that even the game of cricket is evolving, and he needs to keep learning even at this age. Neither the game nor the world would behold for him if he did not wish to learn. Similar is the case with us, where we should keep learning new things, whether in our 20s, 30s or even 60s.

Bottom Line

In the 21st century, learning is no longer a one-time event. It is an ongoing process that needs to be constantly renewed. People need to learn new skills, new knowledge, and new ways of thinking. The most important thing is to be open to new experiences and never to stop challenging yourself. Learning is a journey, not a destination. So enjoy the ride!