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Scenario

How research killed the joy of surprise

I realized I haven't been genuinely surprised by anything in months because I research everything in advance – restaurants, movies, travel destinations – optimizing away the possibility of unexpected delight.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Your need to control outcomes has eliminated the serendipity that once made experiences memorable.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Curiosity as play?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.