7+ Reasons to Seek Out Wonder

Hi Friends,

I’ve been doing some research lately on the benefits of seeking awe and wonder. 

It’s something I seem to experience very easily and often - and something that makes me feel weird sometimes because throughout my life, more often than not, whoever was next to me at the moment would be like… “uhhh… yeah, cool” while I was like “WHOA, look at that!” 

Honestly, there are times it’s just something like a leaf, so I get it.

But it’s made me question whether I was still acting childish as a 37 year old woman.

And as it turns out, I’m not.

It’s something some people DO experience wonder more readily than others, and it’s been a strength - not a weakness - all along.

Here are some very cool things I learned - and why all of us should seek out more wonder in our daily lives:

Wonder can actually help people build better relationships.

It increases our sense of connection to the Earth, other creatures, and each other.

Because of that, our perspectives shift and we expand our worldview and enhance critical thinking skills.

We feel a diminished sense of self - if a good way. We see ourselves more as a part of a whole, and as a response - literally in the brain - we decrease our mind chatter that is focused on the everyday mind drama about our lives and focus more on gratitude.

Which contributes to a lowering of blood pressure, enhanced mood, and reduced anxiety.

It even improves our cardiovascular health and boosts our immune system.

Some even argue it makes us more collaborative and generous toward one another, fostering a stronger sense of community and consideration.

There are SO many excellent reasons to seek out awe and wonder.

(As if reducing your own anxiety-inducing mind chatter wasn’t enough.)

So get out there, go for a walk, and stare at a leaf today!

I’m just kidding - obviously.

There are so many places we can find wonder.

Sure, nature is a big source, so do go for a walk if it suits you.

But you can also read about something new.

You can listen to someone intently, without an agenda, and simply appreciate their presence.

You can create something and marvel in the fact that you made it - no matter how it turns out, just knowing you have the power to make something that didn’t exist before is a profound experience - and why those who take up a hobby or craft often become enthralled by it.

Watch a documentary on something cool (one of my favorite awe-inspiring shows is a mini series they did during covid on MAX - it’s called “World of Calm,” and each episode is IN-CREDIBLE.)

Just keep your eyes open. It is all around you - and when you find it, you’ll experience all of these benefits, and who knows - maybe more.

-Brianna