What Makes Life Memorable and Meaningful?

Seeking novelty, it seems, doesn’t rank highly on millions of Americans’ to-do lists. But it should.

Habits and responsibilities are key to a productive and stable life, but without new experiences, we can lose our appreciation for this human experience. Olga Danylenko/Shutterstock

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According to researchers at OnePoll, the average American hasn’t found a new song they liked in more than four months; the same goes for new TV shows. As for trying a new restaurant, the average American hasn’t frequented one in five months.