Tracking Wonder

Jeffrey Davis

Goethe’s belief that naïveté is essential for genius aligns with Davis’s emphasis on openness as a key aspect of wonder, illustrated by Carey Smith’s success with Big Ass Fans through embracing the unfamiliar. Openness can be nurtured by listening, asking questions, and exploring new ideas. Awe, as seen in Jane Goodall’s discoveries and a chimpanzee’s fascination with a waterfall, reveals our deep-rooted capacity to marvel at beauty, elevating our state of mind. Admiration, another facet of wonder, involves appreciating others’ excellence to inspire self-improvement, countering envy with genuine recognition and mutual growth. Curiosity, often suppressed in adulthood, is vital for fulfillment and can be rekindled by questioning the ordinary or collecting intriguing objects. Wonder also fosters hope, as shown by Nikki van Schyndel’s awe-inspired perseverance during a storm and Nick Cave’s use of hope to overcome personal tragedy, demonstrating its power to drive purpose and resilience.

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Goethe’s insight that “naïveté is the most important attribute for genius” sets the stage for an exploration of wonder as a transformative force in creativity, curiosity, and hope. From Carey Smith’s unconventional business success to Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking observations of chimpanzees, the text delves into how openness and awe shape human potential. It examines admiration as a source of inspiration, the enduring value of curiosity, and the profound impact of hope in overcoming adversity. Through vivid examples and practical exercises, this book invites readers to rekindle their sense of wonder and embrace the extraordinary in the everyday.

Résumé du livre

Jeffrey Davis is a writer and branding consultant who heads up a creative team at Tracking Wonder Consultancy. He speaks at conferences and universities, and is also the author of The Journey from the Center to the Page and two poetry collections.

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