What’s a topic or issue about which you’ve changed your mind?
There used to be a certain patience towards ignorance. A kind of leniency towards stupidity. “Well, they don’t know better,” used to be a valid caveat.
Now, no more.
What has become terribly evident is that humans need to be wise to survive.
The stark reality is:
Stupidity and ignorance are equal to viciousness and malice, given their outcome. Abject ignorance is a serious health hazard, and idiocy is a danger to us all.
Added to that:
Intelligence is not enough, either. Empathy paired with intelligence is what is needed to keep the species alive and thriving.
You’re smart, fine. But are you wise?
Can you heal a broken heart? Can you nourish a soul? Have you grown within? Are you aware of yourself and others? Are you capable of generosity? Do you listen to understand? Have you matured enough to comprehend love?
The hard truth is:
Wisdom is not a perk of life. It is a requirement to survive and thrive.
#foodforthought
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