Todd Kashdan

Fascinating book! Research shows that trying new things, being open to new experiences, and living with uncertainty is part of what makes us happy.

Curious ? Well of course I am. Which is why I just couldn't resist a book simply titled "Curious ?" I was expecting something with a scientific or anthropological point of view but unfortunately, the book turned out to be nothing more than a simple self help book. And after reading this book the only thing I'm curious about is why people bother to read these kind of books anyway ?

I've spent my life trying to minimize negative feelings. Anything I could fail at or might make me uncomfortable, I avoid. My theory for this is that if I'm happier, my life is better. This book made me question that policy.

There are benefits to your negative emotions? Tell me more. This book was an interesting and quick read. It will sit next to my copy of Barbara Ehrenreich's "Bright-Sided". If you are looking for a self-help book or a book on being positive and happy, don't read this one. If you want to be aware how to use all your emotions to live a meaningful life, then this is the book you want to read.