“The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.”
Dorothy Parker
Emily Campbell in her article Six Surprising Benefits of Curiosity states the following:
Our urge to “explore and seek novelty” keeps us on our toes as we respond to the changes we face each day. She writes that dopamine is released when we “encounter new things.
It appears that curiosity can enhance our happiness. However, it could be that people who are happy are inclined to seek out novelty naturally. Novelty can contribute to a more positive outlook.
We generally are more engaged when we are curious. Social engagement is a key aspect of healthy aging. Campbell points out that, “When we are more curious about and interested in what we are doing, it’s easier to get involved , put effort in, and do well.”
Believe it or not curiosity might result in being more empathetic to others. Our curiosity toward the lives of others might give us the motivation to reach out, and engage in conversation. Although, we may not always agree we can benefit from learning about the worldviews of those who think differently than us.
Our relationships can be strengthened and can benefit from being open to curiosity. It allows for our relationships to strengthen and deepen.
Even healthcare can benefit from a curious doctor who is willing to listen to the perspective of their patients. This can result in better decision making when it comes to treatment.
These six benefits help to encourage all ages to embrace more curiosity in their lives.
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