Ever stared up at the sky on a clear night and felt suddenly small beneath the stars? Hiked up a mountain and marveled at the immensity of the vast beauty below?
That inexplicable sense of wonder, it turns out, is actually good for you.
A handful of recent studies have found that when people experience a sense of awe, they're generally more likely to feel less stressed, more humble, and more satisfied with their personal lives. "Awe experiences" — like catching a meteor shower in action or being around when a child is born — have also been linked with being less interested in ourselves, more generous towards others, and more curious about the people and things around us.
For more of this story, written by Erin Brodwin, go to http://www.businessinsider.com...2015-3#ixzz3W6z1jpr9]
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