“We can know only one thing: that we know nothing. And that is the highest degree of human wisdom.”
— Leo Tolstoy
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Understanding that we truly know nothing is a wise attitude to have. Imagine a scientist who studies the stars. The more she learns about space, the more she realizes there's so much more to discover. She understands that her knowledge is just a tiny piece of a vast puzzle. This mindset keeps her curious and humble, always ready to learn. In our lives, if we remember that we don't have all the answers, we stay open to new ideas and perspectives. This makes us wiser and helps us grow as individuals.
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Epistemology Human understanding Humility Introspection Knowledge Philosophy Self-awareness Socrates Uncertainty Wisdom
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