Today I learned I have to focus on learning the skills. I went to my Computer Science advisor’s office two weeks ago and ask him basically how long would it take for me to graduate? What I really was asking him was what is the fastest way for me to graduate😂? His response was something I’ll never forget. The first thing he said was “Focus on learning the skillzzzzzz.” As soon as I heard him say that I knew I was coming from the wrong angle. He went on to explain how their were solid opportunities around just for my taking. Internships and scholarships of the sort. He explained how by just focusing on graduating as quickly as possible I would fail to take advantage of those various opportunities. He stated that the most important thing I should focus on is learning the skills. That was something that I really needed to here and will now never forget. By default I just want to do things as quickly as possible and get on to the next step. I think that mindset comes from impatience. I think that mindset comes from being use to instant gratification. I don’t think this mindset is going to yield me the things I want out of life. I think this mindset if continuously developed is going to result in a remarkably average career, with remarkably average relationships, and a remarkably average sense of meaning and fulfillment. What a waste that would be? To come this far and cashout early out of impatience. I made the same mistake when I was doing music. It’s funny how the field changes but the overall lessons stay the same. I gotta focus on learning the skills in everything. Especially with developing my love life. I feel myself becoming patient. I have particular deadlines in regards to we’re I want certain relationships to be. When I don’t meet those deadlines I feel a sense of failure. But now with this new idea I can focus my attention on actually learning how to build an intimate relationship rather than what did I get out of this relationship. I think that’s a better perspective. That way of thinking relieves a desperate sense of urgency. This way of focusing on learning requires grit the calmness though. The clock is ticking and measurements have to be taken. But with a solid resolve and a sincere work ethic skills will be learned and intended results will be produced. With this focal point I think I’ll be more effective.