As kids, we are constantly asking questions. “Why is the sky blue? Why is grass green?” A parent favorite is “where do babies come from?” We arguably learn the most important, yet simplest things when we are kids. We learn how to tie our shoes, how to love, even how eating a pile of candy really isn't the best idea. My point is, we learn these silly, but crucial lessons as kids, because we were infinitely curious and might I mention, infinitely happy.

The key to living a happy life is to always be curious. Define by Dictionary.com, curiosity is the desire to learn or know about anything. Meaning, the craving of wanting to learn more about something. Throughout our days, we are inclined to do things that might not be ideal or the most uplighting. Working a 9 to 5 job, or running countless errands can easily push the want to engage in thought-provoking, intellectual activity. However, if you can surpass these debbie downers, the benefits are worth it.

You see, curiosity creates room for new experiences which then lays a path for different opportunities to experience discovery and happiness. Who doesn't love learning new things? Not only does being curious about things give you the drive to learn, it gives you a sense of wonder. If you open your eyes and look around, I promise you will see the things you typically pass by in a new light. It also will open your mind to grow. It is easy to become close-minded when you feel as though there is nothing more you need to learn in order to live a day to day life. However, learning is a lifelong journey. Approach a situation with a curious, open mind, and you might come to a different conclusion than if you hadn't.

Once you start to discover new things, you will feel a sense of purpose. You will want to take on new challenges despite the “risks”. Finding out the new wonders will make you want to step out of your comfort zone. For example, you might hate bugs and exercise. Therefore, you will come to the conclusion that you would hate to go on a hike in the woods. If you fight the urge to shy away from an opportunity to venture out, you might find out that the sound of wind rustling in the trees, and fresh air, is worth the few swats at bugs.

The first steps to embracing a life of curiosity is to start asking more questions. Ask questions about even the simplest of things. How was that made? How does that work? When was it made? Everything you know now, you once had to learn. Another important step is to see learning as being fun. If you always approach learning as a burden, then a part of you already residents it and you won't be able to dig deeper into the study.

Once you start doing these things, you will find that your life has changed significantly, for the better. I have always loved and lived by this quote “The future belongs to the curious. The ones who are not afraid to try it, explore it, poke at it, question it, and turn it inside out.” – Anonymous