Often people mistake awareness to be limited to focus, conscious thinking and subjective observation. But before all of that even makes any sense you need to be curious in order to have focus for whatever needs your attention. Curiosity sadly dies over the years. Grown-ups are called childish when they retain their curiosity. People asking a lot questions are often perceived lesser than those who have strong opinions. But whoever looses part of their interest and open mind to any topic, is slowly limiting their capabilities to perceive new thoughts, people, feelings and focus.