I Haven’t Learnt It Yet

“I haven’t learnt it yet” opens our minds to persisting or looking for ways to improve our understanding or skills.  In our relationships, the inclusion of the word, yet, can adjust how we think.  The use of the language of, “I haven’t understood that person’s perspective yet” or “we haven’t gotten to a common understanding yet”, keeps space for ongoing dialogue and growth to occur.  Keeping ourselves and others in the space where new learning is expected, has an impact on how we view the next steps.  It builds resilience and possibility.  

The good news is that we do not have to negotiate all the “yets” in our lives alone.  Guidance and support from parents, teachers, mentors, friends, colleagues and peers can open doors to new ways of thinking and learning.  We can also turn to God and pray for Him to guide us in those circumstances where we haven’t got it yet. In that moment of letting go in prayer, God is already at work. As we breathe and pray, space is provided for new ways of thinking and being.