We often hear that success comes to those who actively seek it. But this approach isn't always the most effective. In the relentless pursuit of opportunity, we might miss what is most important.
The world is a complex place no one truly understands. Did we meet the love of our life because of luck, or did we manifest it? Did we miss out on a good job because someone else deserved it more, or did our resume get lost in the pile of papers? When we miss the flight is it destiny telling us to be somewhere else, or a series of dumb choices and bad luck?
It is hard to tell, and the answers depend on who you ask. But one thing is clear, chasing opportunity can sometimes feel like trying to catch the wind - elusive and tiring. Victory can seem short-lived, and failure meaningless. But what if we looked at the world differently? Instead of focusing on what we want, maybe we should more often stay focused on what makes us curious. As I see it, curiosity is the best indicator of what makes us feel alive, and where the most important lessons for our life are hidden. Amelia Earhart, American aviation pioneer, said "Stay curious along the way, opportunities will present themselves." Those who are ambitious among you might know that the right career or business opportunities come only when you are in love with what you do. And you romantics reading this probably know how the right person comes along when you start asking the right questions to yourself.
In both of these situations, it is curiosity that has the power to show where love is hidden - to show what truly lies within us. Leaning onto this playful, almost childish spark, makes life not only more meaningful but also more joyful. You might even notice the world around you changes as well.