Lifelong learning means continuous learning throughout one's life through both formal and informal education from birth to death. The field of psychology fascinates the author because it involves learning about how human thoughts and behaviors can change from moment to moment. To thrive in the evolving field of psychology, one must understand the fundamental building blocks of theories, perspectives, communication skills, research methods, ethics, and diversity. The author's psychology program effectively taught these fundamentals and prepared students for real-world application through detailed explanations of influential theories and perspectives.