The Art of Curiosity: Building Confidence by Trying New Things
I’ve never been the kind of woman who sticks to just one hobby or one passion. I’ve always been pulled toward the unknown, toward the thrill of trying something I’ve never done before. Over the years, I’ve learned to sew and crochet, bake bread, decorate cakes, paint, play guitar, write songs, fish in the ocean, in a creek, and in a quiet lil pond. Once, I even rebuilt a carburetor just by reading a manual, not because I was bored, but because I had to be resourceful. That skill, the ability to figure things out when I needed to, has carried me through my life.
I’ve discovered that every time I take on something new, I grow just a little braver. It’s not about becoming an expert. It’s about realizing, if I can do this, I can do more than I think.
Just recently, I bought a book nook (insert giggles) one of those intricate little worlds that lights up when you’re done building it. When I opened the box, I felt instantly overwhelmed by all the tiny pieces and steps. But instead of pushing it aside for good, I reminded myself that it’s okay to let things be “incomplete.” When I find time, I’ll finish it. For now, I get to enjoy the excitement of knowing something beautiful is being built, piece by piece. Isn’t that how curiosity works? We don’t need to rush to the end…..we just have to start. Curiosity is a quiet teacher. It whispers, Just try. It doesn’t demand perfection. It doesn’t care if the stitches are crooked, the cake leans, or the song is off-key. What it cares about is that you dared to show up, to be teachable, to give yourself permission to start. And in that process, confidence is born not because you mastered the skill, but because you proved to yourself that you could learn.
I enjoy upscaling, repurposing, and finding joy in the little things because they remind me that beauty doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Confidence grows the same way…..piece by piece, through simple acts of curiosity.
Maybe that’s what I hope others see: you don’t have to wait for the perfect time, the perfect class, or the perfect tools. You just need to give yourself permission to begin. The moment you take that first step, you’ve already won.
So pick up the paintbrush. Try the recipe. Learn the song. Fix the thing that feels impossible. Curiosity is about being awake, alive, and willing to believe that you are capable of more than you know.
3 Ways to Build Confidence Through Curiosity
Start Small but Start Now
You don’t need a big project or a perfect plan. Bake a loaf of bread. Paint a single canvas. Fix something in your home. Small wins add up and remind you that you are capable.
Let Go of Perfection. Mistakes are proof that you’re learning. Every lopsided cake or clumsy guitar chord builds resilience. Confidence doesn’t come from flawless execution it comes from persistence.
Pay attention to the little nudges that make you say, I’ve always wanted to try that.
Whether it’s gardening, writing, or learning to fish, trust your curiosity and let it lead you to unexpected joy.
I will post a picture of my book nook when I get it done. Have a blessed week and let me know what your curious about! I would love to hear all about what you have learned.