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"او کسی است که نمی بیند."

William Blake
William Blake Poet
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There’s a certain kind of folly in being blind to what's right in front of you. It’s about missing the obvious, the truth that’s staring you in the face. The core idea here is simple: if you can’t see what's clear and evident, you’re being foolish. It’s not about physical blindness. It’s more about turning a blind eye to reality, to facts that are apparent to everyone else.

Historically, this kind of sentiment has been echoed in various cultures and times. Think of the countless tales where a character is warned about a looming danger but chooses ignorance—only to face dire consequences. For instance, in ancient Greek tragedies, there are numerous characters who ignore clear signs and prophecies, leading to their downfall. This idea is timeless because it’s human nature to sometimes avoid uncomfortable truths.

Let's bring it to a more personal level. Imagine you're at work, and there’s a colleague who’s consistently underperforming. Everyone notices it. The signs are all there: missed deadlines, poor-quality work, and a noticeable lack of enthusiasm. If you’re their manager and you choose to ignore these signs, hoping things will just get better on their own, you’re setting yourself—and your team—up for failure. You’re being that fool who sees not.

So, how do you apply this wisdom in your life? Start by practicing awareness. Pay attention to what’s happening around you. If there’s a problem, address it head-on. Don’t hope it’ll magically disappear. That dripping faucet in your kitchen? Fix it before it turns into a flood. Your partner seems distant? Have a conversation before the gap becomes too wide to bridge.

To make this even more relatable, let’s think about a scenario we’ve all been in: high school. Remember that one friend who was always getting into trouble? Everyone saw the path they were on—except them. They thought they were invincible, that their actions wouldn’t catch up with them. They skipped classes, ignored assignments, and hung out with the wrong crowd. The warning signs were glaring. But they didn’t see, or they chose not to. They were the fool who saw not. And where did it lead them? Maybe they ended up dropping out or facing consequences that changed their path entirely.

Applying this to your daily life means being honest with yourself. It’s about recognizing when you’re ignoring the obvious. Take a moment each day to reflect. Are there issues you’re brushing under the carpet? Are there truths you’re avoiding because they’re uncomfortable? Facing these head-on might be tough, but it’s far better than being blindsided later.

In a nutshell, don’t be that person who misses what’s right in front of them. Open your eyes, face the truth, and tackle problems as they come. This way, you’re not just avoiding foolishness—you’re steering your life in a direction that’s proactive and aware. It’s all about seeing, acknowledging, and acting on what’s clear.
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Awareness Blindness Foolishness Ignorance Insight Intellect Perception Philosophy Self-awareness Wisdom
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