Ever feel stuck in the same routine, wondering where your spark went? In this powerful session, Joey Toth and others share how rediscovering a sense of wonder helped them break through burnout and self-doubt. It wasn’t about big strategies—just slowing down, noticing small moments, and letting curiosity lead. They talk about finding joy in the little things, like striking up a random conversation or watching the light hit a sidewalk just right. That shift in perspective—seeing life with fresh eyes—helped them reconnect with their purpose. Turns out, wonder isn’t fluff. It’s fuel. And it might be exactly what you’re missing.

Quotes:

"Wonder is not just about us. In fact, it shouldn't be about us. It should be about wondering about you."

"When you wonder, you begin to learn. It turns into a learning process, and that is really special."

"We all need kindness in our lives every single day, and when we are wondering about something, we are also learning—learning by being curious and being present."

Key Takeaways:

• Commit to one intentional pause each day where you consciously observe your surroundings, breathe deeply, and allow yourself to experience pure wonder without judgment or distraction.

• Challenge yourself to engage with a stranger authentically this week - not for transactional purposes, but with genuine curiosity about their story, perspective, or experience.

• Spend 15 minutes reconnecting with your childhood curiosity by doing something playful, spontaneous, or completely unplanned that breaks your typical routine.

• Create a daily ritual of noticing three unexpected moments of beauty, surprise, or small magic in your everyday environment, writing them down to track your growing awareness.

• Practice radical self-compassion by treating yourself with the same wonder, kindness, and open-hearted curiosity you would extend to a child experiencing something new.

Episode Timeline:

[00:00] Why wonder might be the mindset shift you need

[02:23] Seeing wonder in chaos and quiet moments alike

[02:44] How a child’s curiosity can unlock your own awe

[25:54] One small pause that changed everything

[26:11] What kids teach us about staying curious

[26:32] David opens up about grief and moving forward

[27:02] Stillness isn’t lazy it’s where ideas begin

[33:39] Tiny habits that help you stay open to wonder

[34:16] Why music and kindness still spark the magic

[37:20] A daily pause that just might shift your life

Conclusion:

Wonder begins with slowing down and looking at the world with fresh attention. It invites us to step out of routine, notice the details we usually overlook, and stay open to moments that stir curiosity or joy. This mindset helps people stay creative, grounded, and better able to face difficulties with care instead of frustration. It doesn’t require anything dramatic—just a habit of paying closer attention and responding with thoughtfulness. In doing so, we make space for more meaning in our everyday lives.

Links:

Connect with Joey Toth on:

• LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephftoth/

• Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachjoey/