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Episode abstract:
As a heart specialist and immigrant in the US, Stephanie Hsiao has at all times positioned an emphasis on advancing her abilities in an effort to succeed. So when she obtained the prognosis that her son was neurodiverse, Stephanie went instantly into motion mode to assist her son — however she felt like she was lacking one thing. For our present, Stephanie tried a apply to domesticate “deep curiosity,” and located {that a} curious outlook helped her to examine her assumptions about parenting and uncover her son’s strengths and pursuits. Later, we hear from curiosity professional Scott Shigeoka in regards to the distinction between shallow and deep curiosity, and the way it may also help us forge stronger connections with others.
Observe:
- Earlier than partaking in curiosity: Decelerate, focus in your respiratory. Set an intention to concentrate on curiosity and possibly visualize your self being curious.
- Whereas in dialog: Be open to being unsuitable, constantly examine your assumptions, and actively flip in direction of those that are searching for your consideration.
- Going ahead: Make commitments to your self and with others to have interaction in troublesome, however open-minded interactions.
At the moment’s friends:
Stephanie Hsiao is a mom and heart specialist primarily based in San Francisco, California.
Scott Shigeoka is an creator and storyteller who focuses on themes of curiosity and well-being.
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Sources from The Better Good Science Heart:
Six Shocking Advantages of Curiosity: https://tinyurl.com/7kcr32su
How you can Keep Open and Curious in Onerous Conversations: https://tinyurl.com/y2f2e9ce
Why Curious Individuals Have Higher Relationships: https://tinyurl.com/2xw5y9yr
Does Curiosity Have a Darkish Facet? https://tinyurl.com/5n88wzyd
How Curiosity Can Assist Us Overcome Disconnection: https://tinyurl.com/9kaas6nz
Extra Sources on Curiosity:
BBC – Curiosity: The uncared for trait that drives success: https://tinyurl.com/38bubaak
Harvard – A Curious Thoughts: https://tinyurl.com/324hyzv4
TED – How Curiosity Will Save Us: https://tinyurl.com/muswe2y5
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