Rediscovering wonder | Destiny Mojica-Taylor | TEDxSavannah

Core Argument - The industry emphasizes fulfillment over efficiency, suggesting a shift from prioritizing productivity to prioritizing experiences and purpose [5][6] - The industry highlights the "curiosity gap," where adults lose imagination and prioritize certainty over wonder, impacting personal and professional life [3][4] - The industry advocates for re-introducing imagination and curiosity to enhance fulfillment and create richer experiences [10][16] Practical Recommendations - The industry recommends asking "what if" questions daily to challenge routines and foster innovation [12][13] - The industry suggests engaging with diverse perspectives to stimulate new ideas and broaden understanding [14] - The industry encourages incorporating play and relaxation to unlock creativity and identify true passions [15] Supporting Evidence - A 2022 study indicated that 85% of adults feel less imaginative than when they were younger [3] - The Harvard study on adult development, spanning over 85 years, found that connection, presence, and purpose contribute most to a good life, not status, wealth, or productivity [7]