This comment reminded me of the conversation on episode 105 of the “Happier” podcast, about the question of “Do you prefer childlike wonder or adultlike wonder?“‘You know, I haven’t been able to look at flowers the same way since I learnt about the Fibonacci sequence,’ Violet says, stroking the pink daisies with her thin white hand as we walk along the wall. ‘I don’t know which is better: simple beauty with no explanation, or knowing exactly how and why seed pods are organized.’ –Scarlett Thomas, PopCo
Which do you prefer? I prefer adultlike wonder, myself. The more I know about something, the more I enjoy and appreciate it.
How I love the novels of Scarlett Thomas! I’m working my way through everything she’s written. I can’t recommend her work highly enough. It’s thrilling to discover a new author.
