We observe our inner feelings and mood swings. We study these matters with a spirit of humility, needing a large dose of grace, and through the blessed Holy Spirit we are expecting Jesus to be our living and everpresent Teacher. We would do well to study institutions and cultures and the forces that shape them. Let's learn to ask questions. One of the most important functions of Christian prophets in our day is the ability to perceive the consequences of various forces in our culture and to make value judgements upon them.
Study produces joy.
Like any novice, we will find it hard work in the beginning. But the greater our proficiency, the greater our joy.