Social-Emotional Learning: Making Responsible Decisions

The first item mentioned in the CASEL wheel under Responsible Decision Making is "Demonstrating curiosity and open-mindedness."

Curiosity is the most critical metaskill to thrive in a fast-changing world. Unlike adults, kids learning process is driven by curiosity, wonder and joy of exploration (until they get schooled out of it). Yet, learning IS the force for change.

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As adults we need to rekindle our curiosity every now and then. It is a great idea to wander into new places, physically and mentally, and virtually or in the nature to feed out own curiosity. It builds out learning mindset! 

More information:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-adaptive-mind/201905/curiosity-the-metaskill-thrive-in-the-21st-century