Choose to be Curious
Ep. #241: Curiosity, Tiny Experiments & Liminal Space, with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Jul 25, 2024
Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and founder of Ness Labs, shares her insights on curiosity as a driving force for growth. She discusses the transformative power of an 'experimental mindset' and the creation of a supportive community during the pandemic. Emphasizing the importance of embracing uncertainty, she introduces concepts like a 'curiosity prayer' and playful analogies to illustrate how curiosity can enrich relationships. Learn how tiny experiments can lead to significant personal and collective development.
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Quick takeaways
- Curiosity thrives in the 'curiosity zone', where recognizing gaps in knowledge inspires individuals to seek answers and foster exploration.
- Ness Labs serves as a supportive community platform for knowledge workers, facilitating meaningful exchanges and collaborations through shared curiosity and tiny experiments.
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The Curiosity Zone and Information Gap Theory
Curiosity is rooted in the gap between what we know and what we want to know, as suggested by George Lowenstein's information gap theory. This framework posits that curiosity emerges from recognizing a lack of understanding, prompting individuals to seek answers. The concept of the 'curiosity zone' encourages exploration of these gaps, fostering a mindset that embraces ignorance as a valuable stepping stone to discovery. This approach not only enhances personal knowledge but also enriches our shared experiences and conversations in various aspects of life.
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