Curious Mindset

What can a curious mind really achieve?

I recently discovered that curiosity can actually be a character strength, and I was surprised to find out that it’s my top strength😀. Honestly, I’m still trying to understand why because, looking back, I can see how curiosity has shaped so much of the way I learn and experience life especially always asking questions of "WHY" this or that. 

I’ve always loved learning new things. When something catches my attention, I want to understand it, explore it and figure out how it works. But there’s also a downside. Sometimes I get so excited about learning something new that once I understand the basics, I lose interest 😔 and move on to something else. Before I know it, I’ve started another new habit or project.

It’s something I’ve been battling with for quite a long time. I have so many interests and ideas, but sometimes I wonder how much I could accomplish if I learned how to stay with something long enough to see the results.

That’s one reason I’m happy to have found 7 Cups. I’m beginning to see my strengths differently not just as things that describe me, but as qualities I can understand better, develop, and use as part of my personal growth.

Interestingly, perseverance is my lowest strength, and I think that explains a lot. 😅 I’m curious to know now: can perseverance actually be developed like a habit? And how can I use my stronger qualities, especially curiosity, creativity and kindness, to help me become more consistent and finish what I start?

Maybe curiosity doesn't have to be the reason I keep jumping from one thing to another. Maybe I can learn to use it as the reason I keep going deeper and learning new things instead.

Anyway, I’m definitely a work in progress, and I’m here to learn from others, socialize with people who may have similar experiences, share ideas, and hopefully grow into a better version of myself.

I would really love to hear from anyone who has struggled with the same thing. How did you learn to turn curiosity into focus and perseverance?