Thing 1

     I watched the slide presentation "7 1/2 Habits of Lifelong Learners" and easily determined the habit that was easiest for me.  Having confidence in myself as a competent, effective learner is a habit that I have always possessed.  I have always felt that I can do anything with the proper training.  I also feel that if the training isn't adequate, then I can still learn the task.  Having confidence makes learning a new task easier because a lack of confidence creates fear. Fear can interfere with one's ability to learn.

     Beginning with the end in mind is a habit that eludes me on occasion.  I tend to jump head first into a task before I map out a plan.  If you begin with the end in mind, then you are own your way to creating a map for the entire task.  I feel that this can complete a project more efficiently.  I think this is a learning habit that many people have a problem with.  If the world would look to the end result first, then we may avoid a lot of problems along the way.

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