Hey Winnie,

Great post!!! I have been a “serious” self-directed learner for past 3 years and things I have learned and applied have been more than I ever thought. I have been planning to write something on this, but I am enjoying this process so much that I am unable to make time for it. But since I read your post, I felt we are on the same line. Here are some links to give you insight to my self-directed learning process and achievements:

http://blog.uncollege.org/anmol-agrawal-hacking-the-path-to-a-dream-career

Let me know if I can be of help and I am willing to collaborate on this. :)