Choose to be Curious Ep. #260: New Year, Timeless Wisdom
Jan 2, 2025
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a renowned brain scientist known for her insights on brain hemispheres, and Valoria Walker, an end-of-life doula, share profound wisdom for the New Year. They discuss the transformative power of curiosity, urging listeners to embrace what has worked for them in the past instead of setting new resolutions. The conversation highlights the importance of compassionate communication about end-of-life wishes and explores how curiosity can enhance personal growth and understanding in life’s delicate moments.
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Active Listening
- Practice embodying listening, showing others you hear them.
- This improves communication and understanding in any discussion.
The Two Sides of Curiosity
- Curiosity exists in both brain hemispheres, yielding different outcomes depending on the stimulated circuit.
- It drives us to explore new information and perspectives beyond established beliefs.
Strengthening Curiosity
- Curiosity is dynamic and strengthens different parts of the brain.
- A good scientist balances linear, left-brain work with right-brain insight and curiosity.