Curiosity. It didn't actually kill the cat. And if it did, so what? The cat had another 8 lives ahead of him anyway!
Being curious is an essential aspect to living an interesting and fulfilling life. Being curious allows us to seek adventure, to learn more about the world around us and to understand the intricacies of the human psyche.
My curiosity has led me on a multitude of adventures - I have explored places, learnt languages, tried and failed, picked myself back up again and made connections with people that I never knew were possible. Curiosity is no detrimental trait, in essence it is the key that opens the door to opportunity.
When meeting someone for the first time, be curious - ask questions about them, listen and respond, don't just nod your head and let your mind wander. Be fully engaged and let your curiosity take you down a path of human connection. Watch how your relationships explode with love and laughter as you become more and more curious.
This doesn't only apply to those you have just met, it applies to all relationships in your life - when your partner comes home to tell you a story about their day, stop what you are doing, sit down, look them in the eye and allow your curiosity to uncover the little nuances of what they are saying.
Become curious in your job - if you are bored with what you do every day, ask your boss how you can expand what you are doing. Ask questions, do some research, be proactive. Make every day that little bit more exciting by using the inquisitive part of your mind.
Curiosity can take you on travels all over the country and the world. Get curious about your surroundings - take road trips, book lunch at a new place in town, go on a hike, take photos of interesting landscapes, jump into your car and drive until you find somewhere you would like to explore.
The fear of the unknown is often the hurdle that stops us from being curious. Knock it over, get curious and start living.
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