In my opinion, unknowing is not only the best way, it's the only way. Face it, we don't know the answers to any of the really big questions. That's what it is to be human and we become more human as we age.
The way we think is a product of how we lived when our species first emerged: Both hunter and prey, needing to make split-second decisions. Gradually we created an environment and a culture that rewards a completely different set of cognitive skills, which are harder to develop. You would think, wouldn't you, that such a culture would revere those who have lived long enough to develop those deeper skills? But alas, one of the certainties of youth is its own superiority. I remember that certainty well.
Great advice. Our attempt to be certain in uncertain times, be it climate or 80s, drain our vitality while feeding charlatans - insurance, snake oil salespeople of every ilk.
In my opinion, unknowing is not only the best way, it's the only way. Face it, we don't know the answers to any of the really big questions. That's what it is to be human and we become more human as we age.
The way we think is a product of how we lived when our species first emerged: Both hunter and prey, needing to make split-second decisions. Gradually we created an environment and a culture that rewards a completely different set of cognitive skills, which are harder to develop. You would think, wouldn't you, that such a culture would revere those who have lived long enough to develop those deeper skills? But alas, one of the certainties of youth is its own superiority. I remember that certainty well.
You're not getting older, you're just getting more evolved, eh?
Great advice. Our attempt to be certain in uncertain times, be it climate or 80s, drain our vitality while feeding charlatans - insurance, snake oil salespeople of every ilk.
We are always eager for easy answers and simple solutions. Thanks, Vicki!
Sometimes thinking we know something leads to self-fulling prophecies, where if we didn't think we knew - there might be other options.
Janice, I think that is absolutely right. But such a difficult habit to break!
For sure.
One of Dylan's greatest lines!
I love this! But I do think you were certainly meant to be a writer.
Kathleen, I do believe that is true. I just needed to broaden my focus a bit.
Socrates rocks! 🤔
Socrates is the GOAT.