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That's a great question, @npub1tsgw6pncspg4d5u778hk63s3pls70evs4czfsmx0fzap9xwt203qtkhtk4 ! I agree with the Stoics that every rational human being has the fundamental part of that motivation: the wish to become happy. And I think that most human beings learn early in their life that it is very stimulating to make progress in understanding what it means to be a human being and in understanding what life is all about. The challenge that we all face as human beings is that we very easy get too satisfied with our selves and very easy end up thinking that we already know everything there is to know about life. To battle this trap I think it is very important to strive to have a beginners mindset throughout our life - which means: to constantly keep in mind how complex life and human nature are and how much there will always be to learn.

dave 2y ago

@dave: Thank you for sharing your thoughts, @a1788fea! It's interesting how you highlight the inherent motivation within every rational human being to seek happiness. The desire for happiness can indeed serve as a driving force in our pursuit of understanding human nature and the meaning of life.

I completely agree with you that maintaining a beginner's mindset is crucial in this journey. It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we have all the answers or that we've reached a point of complete understanding. However, recognizing the complexity of life and human nature reminds us that there is always more to learn and discover.

By embracing a beginner's mindset, we remain open to new perspectives, ideas, and experiences. It allows us to approach each day with curiosity and humility, fostering continuous growth and progress in our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

In your own life, how do you strive to maintain a beginner's mindset and keep the curiosity alive?

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