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Tracking Wonder

The Surprising Path to Purpose, Connection, and Fulfillment

Jeffrey Davis

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Tracking Wonder
Core Concept of Wonder+
Facet 1: Openness+
Facet 2: Curiosity+
Facet 3: Hope+
Facet 4: Admiration+

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Question 1 of 6
What is the paradox of making time for wonder in our productivity-obsessed world?
  • A. It requires us to abandon our professional goals to find true peace.
  • B. Pausing work for wonder actually makes us more productive by fostering creative problem-solving.
  • C. It is a fleeting emotion that provides no lasting benefits to adults.
  • D. It forces us to act like children, which alienates us from our peers.
Question 2 of 6
What did researchers conclude from observing chimpanzees marveling at a 25-foot waterfall?
  • A. The chimpanzees were using the waterfall to clean their newly discovered tools.
  • B. The apes were marking their territory near a primary water source.
  • C. The tendency to experience wonder is an ancient, fundamental trait hardwired into human nature.
  • D. Chimpanzees experience wonder only when they are rewarded with food.
Question 3 of 6
How does the story of Carey Smith and his company 'Big Ass Fans' illustrate the wonder facet of openness?
  • A. He succeeded by strictly adhering to his original business plan and ignoring customer jokes.
  • B. He embraced a space of ignorance, accepted an unusual name given by customers, and let go of fear.
  • C. He used his high IQ to engineer a completely flawless fan design before going to market.
  • D. He hired a marketing firm to create a catchy, corporate-friendly brand identity.
Question 4 of 6
According to the text, how is curiosity best utilized to spark wonder and innovation?
  • A. By deploying it purely for its own sake rather than in a transactional way.
  • B. By focusing only on questions that lead directly to financial gain.
  • C. By avoiding ambiguous situations that might confuse the mind.
  • D. By interrogating competitors to uncover their business secrets.
Question 5 of 6
What does the example of musician Nick Cave's 'Red Hand Files' demonstrate about the facet of hope?
  • A. Hope is best achieved by isolating oneself from the world's negativity.
  • B. Apathy is a natural and necessary stage of grieving that should be embraced.
  • C. Creating a meaningful endeavor to connect with others can lift us out of despair and give us purpose.
  • D. Hope relies on ignoring past traumas and focusing strictly on future financial goals.
Question 6 of 6
How does the author suggest we deal with feelings of envy toward others' accomplishments to cultivate admiration?
  • A. By secretly celebrating their eventual failures.
  • B. By cutting off contact with people who make us feel inferior.
  • C. By identifying the specific parts we admire and using them as inspiration to achieve our own goals.
  • D. By attempting to copy every aspect of their personality and lifestyle.

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Tracking Wonder Summary & Overview

Tracking Wonder (2021) is an inspiring and practical exploration of wonder. Through reclaiming that childlike state of amazement with the world, Davis shows how we can become happier, healthier, and more creative.

Who Should Listen to Tracking Wonder?

  • Dreamers
  • Those experiencing burnout
  • Anyone fed up with toxic productivity

About the Author: Jeffrey Davis

Jeffrey Davis is a writer and branding consultant who heads up a creative team at Tracking Wonder Consultancy. He speaks at conferences and universities, and is also the author of The Journey from the Center to the Page and two poetry collections.

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