On interesting
Cultivating a point of view, finding ideas, understanding what Interesting is.
On interesting
It is easy to mistake status-seeking for curiosity.
Henrik Karlsson • A funny thing about curiosity
Over the last six months, as I’ve been looking for things that will interest me, I’ve done it coldly. I’ve kept a list of things that makes me say, “Hm. That’s interesting.” That is, I’ve looked for things that match the pattern of how an Interesting Idea is supposed to look. But I’ve forgotten to ask myself what feels interesting, as in, “I can’t ... See more
A funny thing about curiosity
Choose curiosity over fear. 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, curiosity offers the kind of sustainable motivation that allows for continuous growth, exploration, and unique self-expression. It’s through curiosity that we find the true essence of creativity, because it’s not about following a trend or chasing excitement, it’s about the quiet, relentless pursuit of understanding and discovery. When you choose curiosity over fear, you invite a life that is as expansive and limitless as your willingness to explore the unknown. Speaker: @elizabeth_gilbert_writer #curiosity #dailydriven #passion #lifelessons #inspiring
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Expression is compression
It takes 50 gallons of sap to make one gallon of syrup. So whenever I feel like I don’t have enough ideas to create something meaningful, I go collect more experiences and spend time processing them by writing and talking to friends.
Even writers who work full-time spend most of their hours away from the keyboard. Full
... See more“It all comes back,” Didion says, and I agree. In fact, it’s all already here. Take note, literally take note. Notice. Say yes to the tickle in your brain that went ‘whoa.’
— Alex Dobrenko