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Let Curiosity Lead
Questions are compasses.
Seth Thomas
May 23, 2025
Forget the noun. Do the verb.
Good Morning. Expertise begins as an itch, not a résumé line. Following genuine questions fuels energy that formal goals can’t match. Short curiosity loops—ask, test, adjust—braid into mastery.
Today’s Challenge
Write one “I wonder if…” and spend 20 focused minutes chasing an answer.
🧠 Fascinating Stimuli:
Book of the Week
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