Curious about the power of Curiousity

Curiouser and curiouser.

I have been playing with a new tool for creating things in my life...it is called curiousity.  I discovered a rich dialogue on the subject through my studies in postmodern counseling.  I am thrilled by the idea.  It seems to resolve the inner tension I feel about traditional helpers needing to be an expert to help someone. 

I don't want to be totally responsible for other people.  I want to create relationships which can hold change for everyone involved, including me.  What kind of counselor is static and unmoved by the person who sits across for her?  It feels too controling and seems to discount the value of the other person.  Having curiousity about that person can become contagious, perhaps they will develop a curiosity about themselves.  That leads to one of the most powerful mindsets for change...the mindset of What if....

What if I did this or that instead?  What if I didn't hurt anymore?  What if I chose love instead of fear?  What if I chose to take care of myself today instead of worrying?  What if I tried to paint? What if I wasn't so angry with him all the time?  What if my body was my teacher?  What if I forgave myself for that?  What if.... What if... What if.....

It is like a Kohan. It develops the muscle of inner wisdom and gives our spirit something to toy with.

This stance of curiousity is liberating to me.  I wonder what might happen if others were curious?

Rae