Children are naturally inquisitive. They learn and grow by asking questions, exploring, and trying new things to make sense of the world around them. But as we get older, it’s easy to lose this sense of wonder and enquiry.
Fortunately, lots of people carry a good sense of curiosity throughout their life. Some, like research scientists, build a career around it. But curiosity isn’t just important because it allows us to make breakthroughs and develop innovations. It turns out that curious people just might be happier, more successful, more motivated, and have stronger relationships.
This five-minute video nicely highlights why it’s so important to keep questioning and learning. Why we should feed our curiosity and let it lead us down new, interesting, and important paths.
How to be more curious
If curiosity doesn’t come naturally to you, you can nurture it and turn it into more of a habit. Here are a few ways to pique your curiosity and hopefully reap the benefits of staying mentally active and stimulated:
- Question, question, question – never just accept things
- Be open-minded
- See learning as fun
- Read widely
“The important thing is not to stop questioning” – Albert Einstein
Would you like to be more curious? How can you bring a little more wondering and exploration into your life?