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If we value independence, if we are disturbed by the growing conformity of knowledge, of values, of attitudes, which our present system induces, then we may wish to set up conditions of learning which make for uniqueness, for self-direction, and for self-initiated learning. Carl Rogers

More and more people around the globe are starting to pursue an independent modality of education. The Internet has made it possible. Now that we are in the Information Age, a good education is literally at the tips of our fingers. Only 10 or 20 years ago concepts like e-learning, distance learning, self study and informal learning were unthinkable of.

Nevertheless, independent ways of learning are as old as humankind.

And they are by far the most effective.

Why?

Because self-directed learning brings freedom!

Here are 7 reasons why:

1.- Freedom to engage in an area of your own choice rather than following a curriculum designed by another. Each one of us has a distinctive, God-given blend of talents and gifts that need to be exploited individually.

2.- Freedom to pick your mentor and enjoy one-on-one attention from him or her. This is the way kings were educated! Throughout history the tutorial education method has forged great men and women.

3.- Freedom to design your own schedule. Imagine yourself getting up in the morning. No running, no stress. You can sit in front of your computer in your pyjamas, sipping a cup of coffee while you study out your favorite subject!

4.- Freedom to delve into the subject of your choice with passion and joy. There are no limits as to what you can learn once you are enraptured with your own learning process. Education will never be boring again.

5.- Freedom to gain a level of excellence. After a season of studying and developing your skills and talents, you will be an expert and people will come to you for help.

6.- Freedom to pursue God's plan for your life. Have you ever wondered if that dream that comes to your mind every now and then, is really from God? Maybe it is time to seriously pursue it!

7.- Eventually self-directed learning will lead you to financial freedom. Your passion can become your career!

I'd like to invite you to go for it! Visit http://www.Self-DirectedLearningForSuccess.com for tips and tools for creating and growing in your own learning process. Learn how to teach yourself in my FREE e-book: "The Power of Self-Directed Learning", and my FREE e-course: "Seven Steps to Consistently Change Your Life."

From Bettina Langerfeldt, who teaches people how to pursue their God-given gifts and talents by designing their own education with self-directed learning.

2008 Freedompioneer

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You may be stuck in that cubicle for life as this opportunity is not for everyone. It takes discipline and dedication to start your own home-based business. People succeed in network marketing if they are leaders who can roll up their sleeves and follow training from coaches.

But it starts with you. You must envision yourself making what you want from where ever in the world you want. Start concentrating on things that matter most: your family, hobbies, travel, friends and new experiences. In the past year and a half, because of network marketing, I have lived in 3 different countries, learned to play tennis, shaved 12 strokes off my golf game and spent more time with my family than I ever thought possible. I have been diving in the Caribbean and the Middle East, watched camel races, have mastered a challenging video editing program and much more during my mini retirements. I will never go back to a traditional business or working for someone else now that I know what it feels like to be my own boss. I'm 32 years of age and I am NEVER coming out of retirement.

Where will your mini retirements take you? What will you learn? How will your life improve? How will you improve the life of others? Dream big and start today!

Make it a great day!

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