Wonder

GLOSSARY

A mental activity that starts as simple curiosity about some surprising aspect of a local phenomenon, but that may develop into the much grander feeling of awe when the further ramifications of this phenomenon become clear.

Flat vector illustration of a blue mountain landscape with pine trees and a calm lake.
Flat vector illustration of a blue mountain landscape with pine trees and a calm lake.

Reference:


Heylighen, F. (2025). Curiosity, awe and wonder: The emotions that open our mind. Foundations of Science, 1-27. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10699-025-09972-5