Travel Time Machine: Which Era Should You Visit?
No DeLorean required - we'll tell you which era you should set your time machine to visit!
By BrainFall Staff - Published: August 19, 2024
You’re ending the night as the sun comes up on the weekends and you’re surrounded by friends that love your company. You’re the life of the party. An all-nighter is nothing to you. You rarely feel bored because you take advantage of all that life offers you. Everybody loves being around you. You’re an exciting person. You believe life is meant to be fun. It can be a challenge to make sure that it always is so, but you like to keep things interesting.
If you’re an exciting person, you can’t imagine living in a world that’s boring. You focus on having the best time all the time. Every friend you have enjoys one of your talks. But, unfortunately, not everybody is exciting. In fact, not everyone can be thrilling because then we wouldn’t be able to distinguish who the exciting people are. If you want to know how exciting you are, take this quiz and we’ll tell you!
How exciting am I?
An exciting person is someone that makes those around them excited to be with them. They're the kind of person that is the first one on a guest list. Being exciting is making life fun. You want people to be around you. You're excited about life and seem to have the answer to all kinds of questions. Someone who is exciting loves to show up for people. The world is their oyster. They find motivation in even the smallest moments of life. You can talk to them and get honest answers. Their friends look to them to keep things interesting. Even when they want to watch a TV show, they find stuff that's interesting. They aren't sitting and watching something boring.
They pass on the good times to those around them. Being exciting is a subjective feeling, though. Not everybody who you consider exciting is the same to someone else. There is some stuff that you do that will put someone else to sleep. Exciting people can put together a wild week. But they'll spend some downtime getting ready for the next adventure. Money seems to not be an issue for them. They're fun to watch navigate life.
How Exciting Are You?
How many times have we caught ourselves caught up in the mundane buzz of daily life, only to wonder, "Are we as exciting as a spreadsheet on a Monday morning, or are we the human equivalent of a surprise trip to an amusement park?" Let's face it; everyone has their own unique brand of sparkle and pizzazz. You know, that secret sauce that makes people say, "Wow, you're a whole lot of fun!"
But how do you measure the boundless joy and enthusiasm brewing inside you? Are we talking a gentle simmer or a full-on volcanic eruption of excitement? Whether you're the life of the party or the one who brings the party to life, understanding our own vibrancy can be as thrilling as finding an extra onion ring in your fries. So come on, let's take a dive into the world of emotions and find out just how much your spirit animal might be a confetti cannon!
The Science of Excitement
Get ready to hop on an electrifying rollercoaster of knowledge, folks! We're about to uncover the nitty-gritty of what makes our palms sweaty and hearts race with good vibes.
Psychology Meets Thrill
Let's break it down: when we're soaring on the thrill of excitement, our brain becomes the ultimate party host. It's like our neurons are doing the salsa, releasing a wild mix of chemicals that leave us feeling woohoo ecstatic. Our mental state shifts gears, propelling us from just eager to seriously enthused. It's not just happiness on a sugar rush, it's a full-blown emotion explosion—a kaleidoscope of passion, a dash of awe, and even a sprinkle of anxiety for that extra zing.
- Arousal: Check. Our minds are alert, focused, and ready to dance to whatever groovy beat life throws our way.
- Attention: Locked in. We're not just keen; we're Sherlock-Holmes-level attentive to the excitement unfolding.
- Motivation: Fired up. Suddenly, we're leaders of the "Yes, we can!" cheer squad, ready to dive into the action.
Physical Manifestations of Excitement
Our bodies are in on this thrilling ride too! They don't just sit back and watch our brains have all the fun. No sir, they get down and boogie with physiological grooves of their own.
- Breathing: Faster than a teen running from chores.
- Heart rate: Making a jackrabbit look lazy.
- Adrenaline: Flowing like a DJ's non-stop beats.
- Energy: You bet we've got enough juice to power a small city.
So, when that beat drops—the pressure's on, and we might just hit the dance floor or... conceive a Nobel Prize-worthy idea. Who knows, right? We're unpredictable when the excitement's cranked up!
Living on the Edge of Entertainment
In our quest for that daily spark, we all seek out the experiences that make us feel alive. Let’s talk about finding joy in the extraordinary and sprinkling a bit of excitement into our everyday lives.
Adventures and Misadventures
We know that it’s the adventures and misadventures that make for the best stories. From strapping on a jetpack to fly over water to getting lost in a new city, it's these moments that rouse the spirit of entertainment. Let's not forget the time we tried to hike that mountain and ended up befriending a family of goats—who knew they were such great conversationalists?
- Travel and Vacation: Yes, we're looking at you with your suitcase always half-packed. That unbeatable feeling when we're about to take off to a new destination, discover hidden gems and local foods (who thought fried bugs could be so tasty?).
- Sports: Whether it’s joining a local dodgeball league or attempting to surf, we’re all for the thrill of the game. Go ahead, chase that frisbee like you mean it, even if it means an 'oops' moment here and there.
Daily Doses of Delight
Creativity is our middle name. It's not all about adrenaline-pumping activities; sometimes, the best thrills can be found in our own backyard. Now let's create a joy bucket list:
- Paint and Draw: Transform your living room into a makeshift studio, get those fingers colorful, and remember, every splatter on the wall is a masterpiece in the making.
- Crafts with Children: Get those tiny fingers working on a gluey, glittery, absolute masterpiece. Hey, who's to say macaroni doesn't belong on a picture frame?
- Books and Dog Walks:
- Books: Crack open that book that's been on your shelf for months, and get lost in its world. Pro tip: voices add an Oscar-worthy performance to any story.
- Dog Walks: Ever tried a dog's life? Put a leash on the excitement—literally. Grab Fido, hit the park, and pretend you’re on a treasure hunt for the 'perfect stick'.
Remember, whether you're hanging off a cliff face or just hanging a new painting in your living room, it’s all about making life a fun and exciting spectacle. Why not take our "How Exciting Are You?" quiz to see how you stack up on the entertainment scale? Dive into BrainFall.com, where we make every question an adventure!
