John Warinner
Role: Deep thinker on the nature of curiosity and exploration
Contributions to the Discussion
John helped refine the group's understanding of what curiosity actually involves.
Curiosity as Exploration, Not Just Noticing
When Scott Moehring proposed "Curiosity = Noticing things you didn't have to notice," John responded:
"To me, curiosity extends beyond 'noticing' and gets into 'exploring'"
This crucial distinction added active investigation to the definition, moving beyond passive observation.
What Are You Curious About?
John posed a powerful reframing question:
"If you are not curious about THIS... what are you curious about... and why do you care about THAT?"
This shifts from judging someone's lack of curiosity to understanding what actually captures their attention and why.
Etymology Connection
"The etymology connects back to 'care' and 'attention to detail'"
John reinforced Gil Friend's point about the deep connection between curiosity and caring.
Active Engagement
John showed appreciation for others' insights, particularly Scott Moehring's exploration of the relationship between noticing and curiosity (❤️ reaction).
Encouraging Participation
"@Gabriele G submit an article to Plex!"
John encouraged Gabriele G to contribute more formally to the community's knowledge sharing.
Themes John Explored
- What Is Curiosity
- Exploration vs Observation
- Etymology of Curiosity
- Care and Attention
- Selective Curiosity
Related Participants
- Scott Moehring - Refined Scott's definition of curiosity
- Pete Kaminski - Collaborated on defining curiosity
- Gil Friend - Connected to etymology insights
- Gabriele G - Encouraged participation