I recognize that Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a bit dated and somewhat debunked (there’s little data to support it, but we all kind of accept it as mostly right), but that doesn’t take anything away from the idea that continual growth is a good thing.
Why Lifelong Learning Feeds the Soul [Psychology Today] – “Research shows that one of the most fundamental drivers of human happiness is personal growth. Abraham Maslow included “self-actualization” at the top of his hierarchy of needs, describing it as the process of realizing one’s full potential and becoming the best version of oneself. Similarly, Deci and Ryan’s Self-Determination Theory emphasizes the importance of growth and mastery for well-being.”