Adam Grant’s book Think Again could be our book of the year (and it’s only February!). One memorable bite-sized nugget is value of curiosity over closure. Wait…what?!? Curiosity – knowing there’s another layer to explore with the individual, situation, headline, or opportunity… over closure – desire to wrap it up & move onto the next thing. In a world of swiping, liking and box-checking, we’re more interested in what’s next vs. what’s now. We want closure – in our work, politics, and even relationships. Curiosity requires an investment of time… limits our productivity… and often leads us down the path toward a life worth living. This special episode on the power of reflection might be of interest if you’re pondering a little more curious pondering in your life.
The Glimpse
Did you catch it? The brief encounter… microsecond of magic… flash of insight… sense of wonder… hint of something more. You know it when you see (feel) it, and it