Actively seek out experiences of awe for at least five minutes daily, as it can reduce inflammation, improve cardiovascular health, lower stress, enhance clear thinking, and decrease physical pain, acting as an antidote to modern problems.
Actively seek awe experiences to shift focus away from individualistic, ego-driven existence and narcissistic traits, connecting you to something much greater than yourself and reminding you of your place in a larger system.
To combat loneliness and find community, prioritize attending in-person classes or groups for your hobbies and passions (e.g., yoga, dance) at least once a week, even if you also practice online, as collective activity provides a unique sense of connection and awe.
Participate in activities involving synchronized or collective movement, shared attention, and emotion, such as dancing, cheering at sports events, or singing in a choir, to experience awe, a sense of unity, and deeper meaning.
Once a week, take an ‘awe walk’ in a slightly mysterious place, intentionally observing both small details (e.g., a rock) and vast elements (e.g., the environment), to reduce distress and increase feelings of awe.
Integrate small, 3-5 minute awe-inducing activities into your daily routine, such as sitting in a garden during lunch, taking a walk with colleagues, or sharing awe stories, to easily access the benefits of awe even when busy.
If you or someone you know is in distress, find social connections, get outdoors, and seek ways to find meaning or reflect on life, as these actions are recommended based on happiness science.
When you experience awe, ask yourself, “What am I part of here?” to realize your connection to something larger, such as fellow humans, an ecosystem, or culture, and to find comfort in your relative smallness within a grander system.
Actively train yourself to recognize awe in everyday interactions and surroundings, understanding that it is present daily if you cultivate the perception to see it.
Reflect on past experiences where you felt goosebumps or teared up (e.g., listening to music, being in nature, or observing moral beauty) to identify your unique pathways to awe, as these experiences vary greatly among individuals but universally bring benefits.
Do not perceive awe as sublime or hard to find; instead, actively seek and embrace everyday awe and wonder, as it is readily accessible and easy to experience.
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