Mama used to tell me that when I was a young child, she always had trouble putting me to bed. She said that I never wanted to go to sleep because I was always scared I was going to miss out on something. You know, she could have been right! Throughout my life, I have been that way. STILL AM! I think being inquisitive is a big part of the learning process.
For me life is about having the mixture of the curiosity of an older person and the imagination of a child!
Curiosity has urged me to ask a complete stranger more about themself and encourage them in their struggles. Hopefully they will leave the conversation feeling better. I know I always do!
The dictionary says being curious or inquisitive is basically an active desire to learn or know.
I'm naturally curious, and I've always been driven by my curiosity. Curiosity gets people excited. Being curious has helped me find better ways to do things that often makes my life easier and better. Being in the apparel business for many years, I was always looking for the latest trend and best selling styles.
8 Benefits of Being Curious:
Curiosity is good for brain health. It keeps the brain active and reduces the risk of cognitive decline.
Curiosity can strengthen relationships. When someone is genuinely interested in what we have to say, it can encourage us to be more open and share more.
Curiosity can help to relieve boredom. It may offer opportunities to take a different path, spark interest and create enthusiasm.
Being curious can increase positivity. Studies have shown, people who are already happier have a natural tendency to be more curious.
Curiosity can improve problem solving skills. It can help us ask more questions before jumping to conclusions and keep us from making 'knee-jerk' decisions.
Curiosity may reduce aggression. By asking a question instead of making a statement, It often allows people to be more open-minded and less judgmental.
Curiosity can increase empathy. It helps us to see the world through the eyes of others and be more understanding.
Being curious can increase knowledge and work performance. Curiosity helps us discover the latest developments in technology and makes us work more efficiently.
When thinking about ways to develop your own curiosity, start by pursuing your own interests and topics that you've always wanted to learn more about . . . but don't stop there. Explore and look beyond things 'outside of your comfort zone'
Someone once said,
"Curiosity killed the cat" . . .
Well at least the cat died knowing!
