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What does it mean?
Wonder itself is the discovery; the act of questioning reveals something amazing.
In plain terms
Being curious is already a wonderful thing in itself.
What can you take from it?
Stay curious because wondering is a gift.

Where it applies

  • learning
  • exploration
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • ask questions
  • stay curious
  • value wonder

Questions to consider

  • What makes you wonder?
  • Why ask questions?

Another view

Curiosity does not always lead to answers.

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