“The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt.”
— Bertrand Russell
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Many times, people who don't know much think they know everything. They are very confident, even when they're wrong. Meanwhile, smart people often question themselves because they understand how complicated things can be. For example, in school, a student who didn't study might loudly claim they know all the answers, but they end up making mistakes. Another student who studied hard might still worry and double-check their answers because they want to be accurate. The wise person understands that it's good to be careful and not assume they are always right. This means in life, it's important to be humble and always be willing to learn and question what we think we know.
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Certainty Confidence Doubt Intelligence Philosophy Self-awareness Stupidity Thinking Wisdom Worldview
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