Key points
Leaning into learning something new with curiosity and enthusiasm builds joy and contentment in life.
Protecting times to combine getting nutrition and socialization are parts of building good mental health.
Taking regular breaks for carefree fun and outdoor time is crucial for well-being.
Children hold insights and wisdom in important parts of life that adults often lose, forget, or have to put aside in the service of other adulting tasks. Kids are often better at being fully immersed in a moment, from watching an anthill to building pillow forts for hours. Excitement and joy are often evident in their whole body, witnessed in the wiggling, jumping, or bubbling-over excitement. They are often much less inhibited about their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, having not ye