I’ve been reflecting on how crucial hands-on practice is for our growth as opticians. Just last week, I spent hours at the lab working on different lens types and it really deepened my understanding. Has anyone else found that real-life practice has made a significant difference in your skills?
And absolutely agree — hands-on practice really changes your perspective. I found that working directly with patients after learning about the theory solidified my skills more than anything else. Have you tried volunteering at a clinic for more real-world experience?
I totally get it — nothing beats the feel of working with lenses firsthand — i remember the first time I struggled with fitting a contact lens; it was like trying to teach a cat to swim! Have you had a moment where you realized a technique in practice was different from what you learned in theory, @khalid_p90?