It’s never too late to learn. You don’t have to listen to a 2-hour lecture to become more intelligent. If there’s something you’ve been wanting to learn, but for some reason, you’ve put it off. Perhaps you think it’s impossible or a little too late. You’ve made it to the right place!
What better time to start learning more about things that you find interest in than today? Here are simple ways you can implement learning into your everyday life!
25 WAYS TO BECOME SMARTER
1. READ DAILY
There are many ways to read nowadays. Meaning; you don’t have to pick a physical book to read something meaningful or informative to build your intelligence. You could read a blog online, get a Kindle Unlimited Subscription, or read a book that you’ve been putting off!
2. LISTEN TO A PODCAST
One of my favorite ways to learn is tuning into podcasts. They’re a free resource that you can learn from at any time of the day. You could tune in during your commute, work out, doing chores, or lounging around at home.
3. TAKE AN ONLINE COURSE
Do you want to pick up a new hobby or perfect your skill? Maybe even take some time to learn about something new? Take an online course on your own time and feed your mind with some new knowledge!
4. LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE
There are many of benefits when it comes to learning a new language. Now more than ever, it has become easier to access apps full of resources to learn a new language!
5. HAVING A MEANINGFUL CONVERSATION
Being intentional when communicating with others can help you understand other’s perspectives and become better understanding.
6. LEARN A NEW WORD EVERY DAY
Learning a new word every day can help you become a better speaker, communicate with others more effectively, and a fun way to learn something new!
7. SURROUND YOURSELF WITH SMART PEOPLE
It’s no secret that with whom you surround yourself with have an impact on your life. When you’re not always the smartest one in the room, you can learn and see things from different perspectives beyond your own. This will allow you to educate and expand your mind!
8. EXERCISE
Exercising helps stimulate your brain and will give you a boost physically and mentally. Since becoming consistent with working out, I’ve noticed that I feel more energized and alert after exercising. Which helps me kickstart my day!
9. REST
It’s okay to give yourself a break without feeling guilty about it. Allow your mind to rest or indulge in some self-care activities to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul!
10. PLAY SMART GAMES
I personally enjoy playing Words With Friends. This game is a fun way to stimulate your brain and learn new words!
11. EAT HEALTHY
When you eat good (clean), you feel good, and besides, you should always aim to be healthy and kind to your body. Eating healthier foods and giving your body the nutrients it needs to function is crucial to creating a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, create a balanced diet that works for you, and your body will thank you in return!
12. USE A PLANNER
Using a planner to stay on track and reach your goals is very important. I’m currently using this Black and Gold Wild Styled Happy Planner to plan, and it has taken planning to the next level!
13. TEACH OTHERS
Teaching others allows you to share your knowledge. Therefore, sharing your knowledge helps sharpen your intelligence by learning new ways to share information in ways that others can comprehend.
14. RESEARCH
One of my favorite ways to educate myself and learn new things is by researching. Whether it’s for traveling to a new destination, blogging-related, etc., researching will expand your knowledge and help you stay informed!
15. BE A GOOD LISTENER
Being a good listener and allowing others to speak will help you learn things from another person’s perspective.
16. CHALLENGE YOURSELF
Stepping away from the norm and pushing yourself to things outside of your comfort zone is a great way to learn and discover new things. When you take risks and make changes when needed, you’ll become wiser. Those challenges or situations you may consider a failure will help guide you in the right direction. Educate yourself and apply the knowledge you need to help you succeed in any area of your life.
17. LIMIT YOUR SCREEN TIME
As beneficial as technology is, it’s important to balance and limit the amount of time you’re using electronic devices or even watching TV.
18. TAKE NEW ADVENTURES
When was the last time you’ve taken on a new adventure? This doesn’t have to be something extreme. Anything that will allow your brain to shift into a new perspective, create new memories, and see new places while having some fun!
19. FOCUS ON ONE THING AT A TIME
Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for multi-tasking and checking off my to-do list. However, when focusing on more than one thing at a time, you may feel stressed and overwhelmed to get things done. Instead of focusing on multiple things at a time, try giving your attention to one task. Therefore, you can avoid feeling drained after finishing your tasks.
20. DON’T COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS
Comparing yourself to others isn’t healthy, nor does it bring joy into your life.
21. DON’T LET FEAR CONTROL YOUR LIFE
When you let fear dictate your life, you may miss out on new opportunities or do things only because you feel obligated to them.
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22. WATCH INFORMATIVE VIDEOS
With YouTube and other social platforms, you can easily watch an informative video to learn and boost your intelligence.
23. ASK QUESTIONS
Another great way to boost your intelligence is to ask questions. Don’t be afraid to ask others to share their knowledge to understand how to handle and solve situations that may require you more learning.
24. READ FOOD LABELS
Being aware of what you’re consuming is crucial to your body. I’ve been paying more attention to food labels, and it has positively impacted my life!
25. CREATE A MORNING ROUTINE
Having a morning routine will help you kickstart your day. Making time to pour into yourself before your day starts will help you stay on track. Here are a few ways to kickstart your day!