The example of finding trash on the ground shows how encouraging a shift from judgment to curiosity can significantly affect how we interact with the outer environment. It's probable that our initial reaction when we notice litter is to judge whoever left it there. However, by choosing curiosity over judgment on purpose, we enable ourselves to have a more complete understanding of the situation.

We can start to recognize that there might be underlying issues affecting someone's behavior by pausing to think about the reasons behind their action of leaving litter. Perhaps they were in a hurry, had few options for disposing of the waste, or encountered other issues that we are not aware of. This shift in viewpoint helps us to empathize with them.

Choosing curiosity above judgment allows us to explore the subtleties of human behavior and to promote connection and compassion. It prompts us to consider alternate perspectives and acknowledge that there might be more going on than what appears. By adopting this viewpoint, we can promote peace and a greater awareness of other people's individual perspectives.