The ability to ask “Why?” is something we cultivate and treasure in young children and all but chase out of older children. Maybe that’s not the best idea. Asking “Why?” is a sign of curiosity, one of the key ingredients in cultivating creativity and innovation.

If you find your own curiosity flagging, try these tips from Lifehack. And the next time you find yourself rolling your eyes at someone who’s asking “Why?” and labeling them a “difficult” person, remember that curiosity is a good thing. It can bring about positive changes and create possibilities that aren’t open when questions aren’t asked.

Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it doesn’t have to kill your creativity.

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