As we wind down this year of Life Skills Weekly, what resources are available going forward into 2021? Self-development and learning need not end with the year.
The blog contents will still be available. You can still access them by scrolling back through “previous posts” in the blog, by using the Search page, or by using the Life Skills Weekly Contents page. This page lists all the blog post categories, the archives by month, and all the posts. The Resources page has links referred to throughout the blog posts, along with additional resources to refer to. It is a growing resource, so bookmark the page! Repetition is a friend. Looking back at information we have gleaned can help to solidify our knowledge, and new experiences can make information applicable in a different way.
Books are good source of information, and eBooks have the advantage of being portable and often much less expensive than hard copies. Even small community libraries usually have large library networks available for borrowing titles they do not have in-house.
Online searches often yield troves of information; it is good to be discriminating about sources to find reliable, helpful information. Most skills take practice, and life skills are no different, so avoid “quick fixes” and programs that claim to solve all your problems—especially if payment is required.
Families, friends, and other connections are a great resource. Interpersonal relationships themselves are a source of support, and people who know us can often recommend other resources if we are open to their suggestions.
As we mentioned in the previous post, groups of like-minded people can provide structure, accountability, and support all in one package. In-person or community groups usually offer the best and most helpful connections.
It is important to keep up with regular doctor visits as much as possible, even during a pandemic. Catching physical problems early can make them much easier to deal with – and in some cases can be the difference between life and death. Additionally, doctors, therapists, and other health practitioners who know us can often give us timely advice or direct us to other resources to help us cope with life’s challenges.
By taking advantage of all the resources available to us, we can keep learning, keep growing, and thrive!