Curiosity research
Who is doing this kind of research as leisure activity? Artists, often. To return to the site that originally inspired this post—I’d say that the artist/designer/educator Laurel Schwulst uses Are.na to develop and refine particular themes, directions, topics of inquiry...some of which become artworks or essays or classes that she teaches.
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Celine Nguyen • research as leisure activity
Big journeys are not reached by a single dive into the abyss. They are made up of many smaller journeys fueled by micro-curiosities, that is, small puzzles, mysteries, or challenges that are inside our comfort zone and that motivate us to explore our domain of interest. By breaking down an ambitious exploration into smaller, more achievable bits, w
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Read books, case studies, and academic research or reports to familiarize yourself with the new domain before contacting people who know about the subject. Get up-to-date about the latest developments and other relevant information so that you don’t waste the expert’s time.
Dr Costas Andriopoulos • Purposeful Curiosity
"We often hear about passion, but it’s a temporary, fleeting fire that can burn out just as quickly as it ignites. Curiosity, however, is a deeper and more enduring drive. It’s a quiet but constant force that propels us forward, making us seek knowledge and new experiences without the pressure of instant results.
In a world that idolizes passion, cu
Research as leisure activity is directed by passions and instincts . It’s fundamentally very personal: What are you interested in now ? It’s fine, and maybe even better, if the topic isn’t explicitly intellectual or academic in nature. And if one topic leads you to another topic that seems totally unrelated, that’s something to get excited about—no... See more
Celine Nguyen • research as leisure activity
This is what I call purposeful curiosity, the kind that gets you off your couch and propels you to solve complex puzzles. It is about immersing yourself into the unknown with clarity, passion, courage, and a positive, enterprising attitude. This kind of curiosity requires effort, patience, and resources and may lead you to exhaustion, but it is als
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•The best way to learn about your new passion is to teach yourself. Go back to school by creating your own curriculum. Develop a timetable, stick to that routine, and engage in self-imposed solitude.
Dr Costas Andriopoulos • Purposeful Curiosity
When you find something that you are passionately curious about, rather than initiating it in private, go public. Going public with your curiosity project, either orally or in writing, can give you the momentum to go through with it. Talk to someone you respect, and tell them about your long-term goals and how you intend to achieve them.